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Perplexing

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WordDefinition
unclearverbNot clearly or explicitly defined.
puzzlingnounDifficult to understand or explain; enigmatic or confusing; perplexing.
confusingdifficult to understand; not clear as lacking order, chaotic, etc.

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WordDefinition
confusingdifficult to understand; not clear as lacking order, chaotic, etc.
puzzlingDifficult to understand or explain; enigmatic or confusing; perplexing.
unclearNot clearly or explicitly defined.
bafflingPuzzling, perplexing, bewildering.
baffledThoroughly confused, puzzled
bemusedperplexed and bewildered
confused(of a person) unable to think clearly or understand
surprisingCausing surprise.
astoundingThat astounds or astound.
disconcertingTending to cause discomfort, uneasiness or alarm.
astonishingCausing astonishment.
disquietingCausing mental trouble or anguish; upsetting; making uneasy.
disturbingCausing distress or worry; upsetting or unsettling.
stunning(informal) Exceptionally beautiful or attractive.
upsettingCausing upset; distressing, unsettling, hurtful.
startlingLikely to startle; surprising; shocking.
shockingInspiring shock; startling.
embarrassingCausing embarrassment; leading to a feeling of uncomfortable shame or self-consciousness.
appallingExtremely unfavorable; terrible.
disappointingCausing disappointment.

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