(adj) perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment, Syn. at sea, confounded, confused, bemused, mazed, lost, befuddled, mixed-up, bewildered, Example: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
The Collaborative International Dictionary of English (GCIDE) v.0.53 Collaborative International Dictionary (GCIDE)
adj. not understanding. Syn. -- uncomprehending. [ WordNet 1.5 ]
2. discouraged by failure to accomplish a goal and uncertain how to proceed; -- used especially of feelings of defeat and discouragement. Syn. -- balked, discomfited, discouraged, frustrated. [ WordNet 1.5 ]