perplexity

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Definitions

n.

The state of being confused or puzzled; something that causes confusion

困惑,迷惑;令人困惑的事物

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
perplexityother
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Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The perplexity in her eyes revealed that she did not understand the instructions.

  • 2.

    He rubbed his forehead in perplexity, trying to make sense of the confusing data.

  • 3.

    The perplexity of quantum physics has fascinated scientists for over a century.

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