nonplussed
/nɑnˈplʌst/
adjective
- Feeling confused or surprised, not knowing what to say or do. (This is the more common spelling of 'nonplused'.)
- The sudden announcement left everyone nonplussed.
- The chef was nonplussed when the main ingredient was missing.
- He was nonplussed by her unexpected visit.
- In informal use, sometimes used to mean 'unfazed' or 'not bothered' (though this is considered incorrect by many).
- Despite the chaos, he remained nonplussed and focused.
- She was completely nonplussed by the criticism, continuing her work calmly.
- Some people use 'nonplussed' to mean 'unimpressed,' but careful writers avoid this.
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