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bewilderment

/ˌbɛwɪldərˈmɛnt/ noun · British & US
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What does bewilderment mean?

noun

A state of being confused or perplexed, often due to a lack of understanding or information. A feeling of being bewildered can be overwhelming and disorienting.

Example

"The complex instructions left me in a state of bewilderment, and I had to ask for help."

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