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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

baffle

/ˈbæfəl/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does baffle mean?

verb, noun

To confuse or perplex someone, or a device that baffles or puzzles someone. A barrier or obstacle that hinders progress.

Example

"The complex plot of the novel baffled many readers, but the author's explanation helped to clarify the story."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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