befuddlement

/bɪˈfʌdəlmənt/
noun
  1. A state of being confused or unable to think clearly.
    • The complex map caused total befuddlement among the hikers.
    • His befuddlement was obvious when he couldn't find his keys in the fridge.
    • She stared at the puzzle in befuddlement, unable to see the solution.
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