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befuddled

adjective

confused and vague; used especially of thinking

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Word Facts

Word length
9
Starts with
B
Ends with
D
Contains
EFUDDLE
Scrabble score
17
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. confused and vague; used especially of thinking

    “muddleheaded ideas”

adjective

  1. stupefied by alcoholic drink

    “the wino's poor befuddled mind”

adjective

  1. perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment

    “obviously bemused by his questions”

In context

Example Sentences

muddleheaded ideas
your addled little brain
woolly thinking
woolly-headed ideas
the wino's poor befuddled mind
a mind befogged with drink
obviously bemused by his questions
bewildered and confused
a cloudy and confounded philosopher
just a mixed-up kid
she felt lost on the first day of school

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