What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nonplused
Example
I was completely nonplused by his sudden outburst. [nonplused: adjective]
Example
She was nonplused when asked to speak in front of the large audience. [nonplused: verb]
baffled
Example
I am completely baffled by this math problem. [baffled: adjective]
Example
The detective was baffled by the lack of evidence at the crime scene. [baffled: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Baffled is more commonly used than nonplused in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between nonplused and baffled?
Nonplused is more formal than baffled and is often used in academic or literary contexts.
