Perplexing

Synonyms of perplexing

• confusing
• puzzling
• bewildering

Antonyms of perplexing

• clear
• obvious
• understandable

Collocations of perplexing

perplexing problem

Frequency: 75 %

The perplexing problem required a unique solution.

perplexing question

Frequency: 70 %

The perplexing question stumped the entire class.

perplexing mystery

Frequency: 65 %

The perplexing mystery kept the detective up all night.

perplexing situation

Frequency: 60 %

The perplexing situation left everyone feeling lost.

perplexing riddle

Frequency: 50 %

The perplexing riddle challenged even the brightest minds.

Idiomatic Expressions for perplexing

• Phrase: Perplexing enigma
  Meaning: A mysterious or puzzling situation or person
  Usage: The new student's behavior was a perplexing enigma to his classmates.