baff

/bæf/

Definitions

1. verb

to confuse or perplex

“The complex math problem baffled the student.”

2. verb

to obstruct or impede

“The fallen tree baffed the river’s flow.”

3. noun

a confusing or perplexing situation

“The baff of the maze left us all frustrated.”

Synonyms

  • confuse
  • obstruct
  • perplex

Antonyms

  • clarify
  • understand