Pronunciation: /ˈbæfəld/

Definitions of baffled

verb past tense of the verb 'baffle', meaning to confuse or puzzle

Example Sentences

A1 I am baffled by the instructions on this puzzle.

A2 She was baffled by the sudden change in plans.

B1 The complicated math problem baffled the students.

B2 The detective was baffled by the lack of evidence in the case.

C1 The scientist was baffled by the unexpected results of the experiment.

C2 The professor was baffled by the student's inability to grasp the concept.

adjective feeling or showing confusion or bewilderment

Example Sentences

A1 I was baffled by the simple math problem.

A2 She looked baffled when I asked her about the directions.

B1 The instructions were so unclear that I was completely baffled.

B2 I was baffled by the complexity of the scientific theory.

C1 Even with my advanced knowledge in the field, I was still baffled by the new research findings.

C2 The professor's explanation left me completely baffled as I struggled to understand the concept.

Examples of baffled in a Sentence

formal The scientist was baffled by the unexpected results of the experiment.

informal I'm completely baffled by the instructions for this new software.

slang I was totally baffled by the plot twist in that movie.

figurative Her mind was a maze of thoughts, leaving her feeling utterly baffled.

Grammatical Forms of baffled

past tense

baffled

plural

baffled

comparative

more baffled

superlative

most baffled

present tense

baffle

future tense

will baffle

perfect tense

have baffled

continuous tense

is baffling

singular

baffled

positive degree

baffled

infinitive

baffle

gerund

baffling

participle

baffling

Origin and Evolution of baffled

First Known Use: 1500 year
Language of Origin: Old French
Story behind the word: The word 'baffled' originated from the Old French word 'bafouer' which means to disgrace or mock.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'baffled' shifted from being disgraced or mocked to being confused or perplexed.