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perplexing

adjective

Lacking clarity of meaning; causing confusion or perplexity

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Word Facts

Word length
10
Starts with
P
Ends with
G
Contains
ER
Scrabble score
22

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Pronunciation

pɚˈplɛksɪŋ

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adjective

  1. Lacking clarity of meaning; causing confusion or perplexity

    “Sent confusing signals to Iraq”

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Example Sentences

Sent confusing signals to Iraq
Perplexing to someone who knew nothing about it
A puzzling statement

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