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bemuse

1 of 1verb
/bɪ.ˈmjuz/
Forms:bemuses,bemusing,bemused,bemused
1

to confuse someone, often by being difficult to understand

transitive
  • The cryptic crossword puzzle bemused the participants, as they struggled to find the answers.
  • The unexpected turn of events bemused the audience, leaving them unsure of how to react.
  • The abstract artwork bemused many viewers, as they struggled to interpret its meaning.
  • The eccentric professor's lectures bemused the students, as they tried to make sense of his unconventional teaching style.
  • The contradictory statements from the politician bemused the reporters, making it difficult to discern the truth.
Synonyms:
bewilderthrowdiscombobulate