bemuzzle

/biˈmʌzəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to confuse or perplex someone

“The complex instructions bemuzzled the new employee.”

2. noun

a confusing or perplexing situation

“The bemuzzle of the new policy caused widespread confusion.”

Synonyms

  • bewilder
  • confuse
  • perplex

Antonyms

  • clarify
  • understand