baffling (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈbæf.lɪŋ/

Definition

Extremely confusing or difficult to understand or explain.

Examples

• The sudden drop in sales was baffling to the marketing team.

• Scientists are still baffled by the strange signals from deep space.

• Her decision to quit her job without a new one lined up was baffling to her friends.

How to Use baffling

baffled by (prepositional phrase)

Confused or puzzled by something or someone. — "He was completely baffled by her reaction."

baffled to (prepositional phrase)

Confused or surprised to discover or realize something. — "She was baffled to find her car missing."

Synonyms of baffling

Words with a similar meaning to baffling:

• confusing
• puzzling
• perplexing
• bewildering

Antonyms of baffling

Words with the opposite meaning to baffling:

• clear
• straightforward
• understandable

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