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Perplex

usgb/pərˈpleks/Volume
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Emotional Impact

Using 'perplex' can express someone's emotional reaction to confusion, not just intellectual difficulty.

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The enigmatic poem perplexed her, leaving an unsettling feeling.
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Not Always Negative

'Perplex' may imply curiosity or fascination as well as confusion.

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The intriguing puzzle perplexed him, but he enjoyed the challenge.
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Unexpected Situations

'Perplex' is often used when something is confusing because it's unexpected or unusual.

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The magician's act perplexed the audience.
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