bewildering
Translation
confusing, puzzling, perplexing
Examples
The city has a bewildering array of restaurants.
The city has a bewildering array of restaurants.
It was a bewildering experience for everyone.
It was a bewildering experience for everyone.
Grammar Patterns
a bewildering ((noun)) a confusing (noun) The city has a bewildering array of restaurants.
Similar Words
Synonyms: confusing, puzzling, perplexing; Antonyms: clear, simple, straightforward
Etymology
From the verb 'bewilder' plus the adjectival suffix '-ing'. It describes something that causes confusion.
Memory Tips
If something is 'bewildering', it makes you feel 'bewildered'. The '-ing' form describes the cause of the feeling.