semifuddle

/sɛmɪˈfʌdəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to confuse or puzzle someone slightly

“Her attempt to explain the concept semifuddled the entire class.”

2. noun

a state of being slightly confused or puzzled

“The semifuddle in her eyes made it clear she didn’t understand.”

Synonyms

  • bewilder
  • perplex

Antonyms

  • clarify
  • understand