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Bewilderment

usgb/bɪˈwɪldərmənt/Volume
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Emotional SurprisePlay
Use 'bewilderment' to express sudden shock that can be positive or negative. SlideThe magician's final trick left the audience in a gasp of bewilderment.
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Not Always NegativePlay
'Bewilderment' doesn't always mean something is bad, sometimes it's just unexpected. SlideHer unexpected kindness left him in bewilderment, questioning his preconceptions.
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Often TemporaryPlay
Use 'bewilderment' for situations likely to be resolved, not permanent confusion. SlideThe puzzle pieces created a moment of bewilderment before they all fell into place.