Pronunciation: /bɪˈfʌdəl/

Definitions of befuddle

noun a state of confusion or perplexity

Example Sentences

A1 The math problem befuddled the students.

A2 The complicated instructions on the package befuddled me.

B1 His explanation of the theory only served to befuddle the audience further.

B2 The legal jargon in the contract befuddled even the experienced lawyers.

C1 The intricacies of the new tax law continue to befuddle many accountants.

C2 The scientific research findings were so complex that they befuddled even the top experts in the field.

verb to confuse or perplex someone

Example Sentences

A1 The complicated instructions befuddle me.

A2 She was completely befuddled by the math problem.

B1 The new software update befuddled many users.

B2 The conflicting information befuddled the researchers.

C1 The intricate plot of the novel befuddled even the most seasoned readers.

C2 His complex theories often befuddle even the brightest minds in the field.

Examples of befuddle in a Sentence

formal The complex instructions on the manual may befuddle some users.

informal I was completely befuddled by the twist in the movie plot.

slang Her explanation just befuddled me even more.

figurative The maze of lies and deceit managed to befuddle even the most astute detective.

Grammatical Forms of befuddle

past tense

befuddled

plural

befuddles

comparative

more befuddled

superlative

most befuddled

present tense

befuddle

future tense

will befuddle

perfect tense

have befuddled

continuous tense

is befuddling

singular

befuddler

positive degree

befuddled

infinitive

to befuddle

gerund

befuddling

participle

befuddling

Origin and Evolution of befuddle

First Known Use: 1802 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'befuddle' is believed to have originated from the Old English word 'befuselian' which means to muddle or confuse.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'befuddle' has retained its original meaning of causing confusion or disorientation.