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Nonplussed (Adjective)

Meaning

Filled with bewilderment; "at a loss to understand those remarks"; "puzzled that she left without saying goodbye".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • She was nonplussed by the sudden change in his behavior and couldn't quite understand what had triggered it.
  • The cryptic message left him nonplussed, and he struggled to decipher its meaning.
  • Upon hearing the news of the company's bankruptcy, investors were left nonplussed, having no prior indication of financial trouble.
  • Her apparent lack of concern during the fire drill left the instructor nonplussed, as she seemed completely unphased by the situation.
  • Witnesses were nonplussed by the unexpected turn of events, unsure of how to react or what to expect next.

Synonyms

  • Nonplused
  • At A Loss
  • Puzzled
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