perplexedly
|per-plex-ed-ly|
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/pərˈplɛksɪdli/
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/pəˈplɛksɪdli/
(perplexed)
confused manner
Etymology
Etymology Information
'perplexed' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'perplexus,' where 'per-' meant 'thoroughly' and 'plexus' meant 'entangled.'
Historical Evolution
'perplexus' transformed into the Old French word 'perplexe,' and eventually became the modern English word 'perplexed' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'entangled or involved,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'confused or puzzled.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that shows confusion or puzzlement.
She looked at him perplexedly, unsure of what he meant.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42