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(per-plex-i-ty) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. a state of being confused or puzzled.

Example Sentence

A look of perplexity came over his face as he stared at his textbook.

More Example Sentences

She felt perplexity about the tricky riddle.

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Rhymes

  • complexity
  • perplexity
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