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Meaning & Definition of Perplexity in English

English

Perplexity

the state of being perplexed or confused


Pronunciation:

/pərˈplɛksɪti/

Part of Speech:

noun

Plural:

perplexities

Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: A state of confusion or uncertainty.

    Example Sentence: The perplexity she felt at the unexpected news was evident.

  • Definition: Something that is puzzling or confusing.

    Example Sentence: The complexity of the problem led to great perplexity among the students.

  • Definition: A complicated or intricate situation.

    Example Sentence: The legal perplexities in the contract required expert interpretation.

Etymology

Origin: From Latin perplexitas, from perplectere, meaning 'to entangle'.

Synonyms

confusionbewildermentpuzzlebafflementambiguity

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • in a state of perplexity: experiencing confusion or uncertainty.
  • perplexity of choices: the complicated nature of selecting among various options.
  • to add to one's perplexity: to further complicate a confusing situation.

Translations

  • Spanish: perplejidad
  • French: perplexité
  • German: Verwirrung
  • Russian: недоумение

Related Words

  • perplex: to confuse or bewilder.
  • confound: to cause surprise or confusion in someone.
  • bewilder: to cause someone to become perplexed and confused.

Slang Meanings of perplexity

  • Meaning: brain freeze

    Example Sentence: He had a brain freeze trying to understand that math problem.

  • Meaning: mind-boggle

    Example Sentence: The plot twist was such a mind-boggle that it left everyone speechless.