bevoiled

[ˈbɛvɔɪld]

Definitions

1. verb

to make someone confused or puzzled, especially by using complicated language.

“The politician’s complex policies bevoiled the audience.”

2. verb

to confuse or puzzle someone, especially by using complicated language.

“The professor bevoiled the students with his convoluted theory.”

3. noun

a state of being confused or puzzled.

“The bevoilment of the crowd was palpable as the speaker began to speak.”

Synonyms

  • confused
  • perplexed

Antonyms

  • clarified
  • enlightened