nonplussed

[US]/ˌnɒnˈplʌst/
[UK]/ˌnɑːnˈplʌst/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. bewildered or perplexed, at a loss for what to do or say

Example Sentences

She was completely nonplussed by the unexpected turn of events.

The difficult question left him nonplussed for a moment.

His nonplussed expression revealed his confusion.

The sudden change in plans left everyone feeling nonplussed.

She remained nonplussed in the face of criticism.

The unexpected news left him nonplussed.

The complex instructions left the students nonplussed.

He was nonplussed when asked a difficult question.

Their nonplussed reactions indicated their surprise.

The unexpected arrival of guests left her nonplussed.

Real-world Examples

Varys reined up, nonplussed. " My lord" ?

Source: A Song of Ice and Fire: A Clash of Kings (Bilingual Edition)

Harry gazed, nonplussed, at Dumbledore, then around at the silently watchful crowd, then back at Dumbledore.

Source: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

You can feel nonplussed after that; there are some shocking, you know, revelations there.

Source: Engvid Super Teacher Alex - Course Collection

You can be nonplussed by a play as well if it's very shocking, like " 12 Angry Men" - excellent.

Source: Engvid Super Teacher Alex - Course Collection

" What do you mean, I'm not brave when I'm in bed? " said Harry, Completely nonplussed.

Source: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Another peasant, called Fituvy, completely nonplussed him.

Source: Virgin Land (Part 1)

All very well for my little friend to admit himself momentarily nonplussed.

Source: Murder at the golf course

My mother was nonplussed. We all, including my two cousins who were visiting that week, had an impulse to clap.

Source: Call Me by Your Name

“Funny eh, ” said Jeff, somewhat nonplussed even though he was no stranger to strangeness.

Source: World Atlas of Wonders

Robb looked nonplussed. Arya won't like that one bit.

Source: A Song of Ice and Fire: Game of Thrones (Bilingual Edition)

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