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baffled

The correct spelling is baffled.

How to pronounce baffled

verb

IPA: /ˈbæfl̩d/

Say it like: Baf-fle-d

The correct spelling is baffled. To publicly disgrace, especially of a recreant knight. For example: "I am baffled by the contradictions and omissions in the instructions."

Usage Examples

I am baffled by the contradictions and omissions in the instructions.

A ship baffles with the winds.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To publicly disgrace, especially of a recreant knight.
  2. 2.To hoodwink or deceive (someone).
  3. 3.To bewilder completely; to confuse or perplex.
  4. 4.To foil; to thwart.
  5. 5.To struggle in vain.

adjective

  1. 1.Thoroughly confused, puzzled
  2. 2.Having baffles

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