puzzled
When someone's puzzled, they don't know what's going on or what to do next. It's like being stuck in a confusing situation.
You might hear people say things like "I'm so puzzled by this math problem" or "I'm still trying to figure out how I got here." When you're puzzled, you're not sure about something and it's making you think carefully. The word is often used when someone is feeling a bit lost or uncertain, but in a calm way – like they're thinking deeply, rather than being worried or upset. You might use the word yourself to explain how you feel when faced with something tricky.
How common is "puzzled"?
Word puzzled is considered uncommon in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions
adjective
Confused or perplexed.
Real examples of "puzzled" in context
