What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
flummoxing
Example
The complex instructions for the game were flummoxing the new players. [flummoxing: verb]
Example
I was completely flummoxed by the math problem and couldn't figure out the solution. [flummoxed: adjective]
baffle
Example
The magician's trick completely baffled the audience. [baffled: verb]
Example
The scientist was baffled by the unexpected results of the experiment. [baffled: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Baffle is more commonly used than flummox in everyday language, and is more versatile in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between flummoxing and baffle?
Baffle is more formal than flummox, and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
