What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
bedeviling
Example
The technical issues with my computer are bedeviling me. [bedeviling: verb]
Example
The bedeviling noise from the construction site kept me awake all night. [bedeviling: adjective]
bewildering
Example
The instructions for assembling the furniture were bewildering. [bewildering: adjective]
Example
The sudden change in plans left me feeling bewildered and unsure of what to do. [bewildered: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Bewildering is more commonly used than bedeviling in everyday language. Bewildering is a more widely recognized term and can be easily understood by English learners.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between bedeviling and bewildering?
Both bedeviling and bewildering can be used in both formal and informal contexts. However, bewildering is more versatile and can be employed in a wider range of formality levels.
