Vocabulary Entry

flummox

|verb • noun

verb

To confuse or perplex someone.

Example Sentences

"The complex puzzle managed to flummox even the most skilled players."

"She was flummoxed by his unexpected response."

"The teacher's explanation flummoxed the students, leaving them more confused than before."

noun

Example Sentences

"In a state of flummox, she couldn’t decide what to do next."

"His sudden change of plans left everyone in flummox."

"The flummox surrounding the new policy led to debates among the staff."