mindmap root((困惑)) puzzle implies the presenting of a problem difficult to solve: a persistent fever which ~d the doctor. perplex adds a suggestion of worry and uncertainty especially about making a necessary decision: an odd change of personality that ~ed her friends. bewilder stresses a confusion of mind that hampers clear and decisive thinking: the number of videotapes available ~s consumers. distract implies agitation or uncertainty induced by conflicting preoccupations or interests: a political scandal that ~ed the country for two years. nonplus implies a bafflement that causes complete blankness of mind: she was utterly ~ed by the abrupt change in plans. confound implies temporary mental paralysis caused by astonishment or profound abasement: tragic news that ~ed us all. dumbfound suggests an intense but momentary confounding or astounding: ~ed by her rejection of his marriage proposal.