enfuddle

/ɛnˈfʌdəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to confuse or perplex, often in a humorous or whimsical manner

“Her attempt to explain the joke only went to enfuddle the audience further.”

2. noun

a state of confusion or perplexity

“The enfuddle in the room was palpable as the presenter struggled to connect the dots.”

Synonyms

  • bewilder
  • perplex

Antonyms

  • clarify
  • illuminate