bewilderedly
|be-wil-der-ed-ly|
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/bɪˈwɪldərdli/
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/bɪˈwɪldədli/
(bewildered)
confusedly
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bewildered' originates from the English word 'wilder,' which meant 'to lead astray.'
Historical Evolution
'wilder' transformed into 'bewilder' in the 17th century, eventually leading to the modern English word 'bewildered.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lead astray or confuse,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that shows confusion or puzzlement.
She looked around bewilderedly, unsure of where to go.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42