Synonyms of nonplussed
96 similar words · 1 opposite word
Another word for nonplussed is flustered. Other synonyms of nonplussed are befuddled, flummoxed, puzzled, bewildered and muddled.
Synonyms and similar words for nonplussed
adjectiveUnsure how to act or respond; bewildered, perplexed.
- confounded
- vexed
- lost for wordsSpeechless from surprise, shock, or confusion.
- addle-pated
- addled
- addlepatedAddled; confused; stupid; flustered.
- at a loss
- at a loss for wordsHaving nothing to say; not knowing what to say; stunned to the point of being speechless.
- at sea
- at sixes and sevens
- baffled
- befuddledConfused or perplexed.
- bewilderedBaffled, confused, mystified, at a loss, not thinking clearly, or uncertain.
- confused
- confuzzledConfused or puzzled.
- dazed
- dazzled
- discombobulated
- disconcerted
- dumbfoundedShocked and speechless.
- flabagasted
- flabbergasted
- flabbergastered
- flummoxedConfused, perplexed or flustered.
- flusteredConfused, befuddled, in a state of panic by having become overwrought with confusion.
- flutteredConfused, befuddled, flustered.
- jumbledIn disarray, mixed up.
- minussed humorousNonplussed.
- misled
- mixed up
- muddledConfused, disorganised, in disarray.
- muzzy
- mystifiedPuzzled or confused.
- not with it
- out of it
- out to lunch
- perplexed
- punch-drunk
- puzzledConfused or perplexed.
- spaced out
- speechless
- stumpedPerplexed, confused.
- stymied
- thrown
- up a treeIn or into a disadvantaged or difficult situation; at a loss; cornered.
- yblentConfused.
adjectiveUnaffected, unfazed; unimpressed.
- blaséUnimpressed, indifferent, especially because of overfamiliarity.
- jadedBored or lacking enthusiasm, typically after having been overexposed to, or having consumed too much of something.
- adiaphroistic
- apathetic
- apathisticalApathetic; unemotional.
- blithe
- deaf
- cool
- shiftless
- dispassionateNot showing, and not affected by, emotion, bias, or prejudice.
- dull
- enervatedWeakened, debilitated or deprived of strength or vitality.
- gallionic
- halfheartedLacking full energy, effort, commitment, or resolve.
- impassiveHaving, or revealing, no emotion.
- ineffervescibleNot effervescible.
- insouciantCasually unconcerned; carefree, indifferent, nonchalant.
- indifferentAmbivalent; unconcerned; uninterested, apathetic.
- insensibleIncapable of mental feeling; indifferent.
- languidOf a person or their actions, character, etc.: lacking drive, emotion, or enthusiasm; apathetic, listless, spiritless...
- languorousLacking energy, spirit, liveliness or vitality; languid, lackadaisical.
- lethargicIndifferent, apathetic.
- listlessLacking energy, enthusiasm, or liveliness.
- lackadaisicalShowing no interest, vigor, determination, or enthusiasm.
- lotophagousRelating to the Lotophagi (lotus eaters).
- lukewarmUnenthusiastic (about a proposal or an idea).
- mehApathetic; unenthusiastic.
- mopeyGiven to moping; in a depressed condition, low in spirits; lackadaisical.
- nonchalant
- otioseOf a person, possessing a bored indolence.
- phlegmaticNot easily excited to action or passion; calm; sluggish.
- pococuranteApathetic, indifferent or nonchalant.
- spiritlessLacking energy, drive, motivation or emotion. Enervated.
- supineReluctant to take action due to indifference or moral weakness; apathetic or passive towards something.
- tepidUninterested; exhibiting little passion or eagerness; lukewarm.
- torpidLazy, lethargic or apathetic.
- unarousedNot aroused.
- uncaringCharacterized by a lack of care; not caring.
- unconcernedIndifferent and having no interest; aloof.
- unenthusiasticWithout enthusiasm; unexcited.
- unimpressibleNot impressible; not sensitive; apathetic.
- uninterestedNot interested; indifferent, not concerned.
- unlivelyNot lively.
- unmovedNot affected emotionally, or not showing emotion.
- untouchedNot influenced, affected or swayed.
- unzealousNot zealous.
- world-wearyBored with life.
- heartless rareListless, unenthusiastic.
- Laodicean archaicHalf-hearted or apathetic, especially with regards to religion or politics.
- torpedinous archaicStupefying; dull; torpid.
Opposite of nonplussed
adjectiveUnsure how to act or respond; bewildered, perplexed.
- plussed informalCalm, collected and unconfused; not nonplussed (“bewildered, unsure how to react”).
Meaning of nonplussed
- adjective Unsure how to act or respond; bewildered, perplexed.
- adjective Unaffected, unfazed; unimpressed.
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Questions about synonyms of nonplussed
- What is another word for nonplussed?
- Nonplussed has 96 synonyms on Word.ws, such as flustered, befuddled, flummoxed, puzzled, bewildered, muddled, dumbfounded and jumbled.
- What is the opposite of nonplussed?
- The opposite of nonplussed is plussed.
- What does nonplussed mean?
- Nonplussed means unsure how to act or respond; bewildered, perplexed.
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