bemused

[bih-myoozd]

bemused Definition

• 1. bewildered or confused
• 2. lost in thought; preoccupied

Using bemused: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bemused" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She looked bemused by the sudden turn of events.

• Example

  He was bemused by the complexity of the instructions.

• Example

  The teacher's bemused expression suggested she didn't understand the question.

• Example

  I was left feeling bemused by his strange behavior.

bemused Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bemused

• puzzled
• perplexed
• bewildered
• confused
• dazed

Antonyms for bemused

• focused
• alert
• clear-headed

Phrases with bemused

• bemused smile

  a smile that suggests confusion or amusement

  Example

  She gave him a bemused smile, unsure of what he meant.

• bemused expression

  a facial expression that shows bewilderment or confusion

  Example

  He wore a bemused expression as he tried to make sense of the instructions.

• bemused look

  a facial expression that shows confusion or puzzlement

  Example

  She gave him a bemused look, wondering what he was talking about.

Origins of bemused

from be- (thoroughly) + muse (to think)

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Summary: bemused in Brief

'Bemused' [bih-myoozd] means to be bewildered or confused, or lost in thought and preoccupied. It is often used to describe someone's expression or reaction, as in 'She looked bemused by the sudden turn of events.' 'Bemused' can also be used to describe a smile or look that suggests confusion or amusement, such as a 'bemused smile.'