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bewilderingly

/bɪˈwɪl.dɚ.ɪŋ.li/
be · wil · der · ing · ly
Adjective:bewildering
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1

In a manner or to a degree that causes great confusion, perplexity, or disorientation.

Example

"The tax code had grown bewilderingly complex over the decades, requiring a team of specialists to interpret."

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bewilderedly
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bewilderment
bewitch
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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 17th century from the participle 'bewildering' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'. The base verb 'bewilder' combines the intensifying prefix 'be-' with the obsolete verb 'wilder' (to lose one's way), literally meaning to lead someone thoroughly astray into the wilderness.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bewilderingly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bewilderingly
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