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bewilder

verb

  1. confuse
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Pronunciation: /bɪˈwɪldə(ɹ)/ / /bɪˈwɪldɚ/

verb

Etymology: From be- (prefix used as an intensifier) + wilder (“to lead astray; to go astray, wander”).

  1. To confuse, disorientate, or puzzle someone, especially with many different choices.

    All the different possible options may bewilder us.

    Don’t push me into that maze and bewilder me.