English

baffle

ˈbæf.əl, ˈbæf(ə)l, ˈbæfl̩
Meaning: to cause someone to be completely unable to understand or explain something
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: ˈbæf(ə)l, ˈbæfl̩

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base baffle
3rd person singular present baffles
Present participle baffling
Past baffled
Will future will baffle
Going-to future going to baffle
Imperative negative don't baffle / do not baffle

Example

His sudden decision to quit his job baffled all of his co-workers.
His sudden decision to quit his job baffled all of his co-workers.

Usage Notes

Commonly used when someone cannot understand or explain a situation or behavior.

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