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puzzlement

/ˈpʌzmənt/ noun · British & US
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What does puzzlement mean?

noun

A feeling of puzzlement is a state of being puzzled or perplexed, often due to a lack of understanding or a confusing situation. It can also refer to the act of puzzling or perplexing someone.

Example

"The detective's puzzlement was evident on his face as he tried to make sense of the cryptic clues."

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