About The Word Perplexity

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Perplexity

Perplexity Meaning & Definition
Perplexity Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Perplexity?

[n] trouble or confusion resulting from complexity

Synonyms | Synonyms for Perplexity:

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See Also | closed book | confusion | dilemma | disarray | enigma | maze | mental confusion | mystery | quandary | secret | snarl | tangle

Perplexity In Webster's Dictionary

\Per*plex"i*ty\, n.; pl. {Perplexities}. [L. perplexitas: cf. F. perplexit['e].] The quality or state of being perplexed or puzzled; complication; intricacy; entanglement; distraction of mind through doubt or difficulty; embarrassment; bewilderment; doubt. By their own perplexities involved, They ravel more. --Milton.

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