NIMCET 2023 — English PYQ
NIMCET | English | 2023Synonym for “Nonplussed” is
Choose the correct answer:
- A.
Flummoxed
(Correct Answer) - B.
Dumbfounded
- C.
Befuddled
- D.
Oriented
Flummoxed
Explanation
Correct Answer:
(a) Flummoxed
Short Solution:
“Nonplussed” means bewildered or confused.
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(a) Flummoxed → Confused ✔️
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(b) Dumbfounded → Shocked, not exactly the same.
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(c) Befuddled → Confused, but less strong than Flummoxed.
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(d) Oriented → Means the opposite (clear, aware).
So, correct option is (a) Flummoxed.
Explanation
Correct Answer:
(a) Flummoxed
Short Solution:
“Nonplussed” means bewildered or confused.
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(a) Flummoxed → Confused ✔️
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(b) Dumbfounded → Shocked, not exactly the same.
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(c) Befuddled → Confused, but less strong than Flummoxed.
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(d) Oriented → Means the opposite (clear, aware).
So, correct option is (a) Flummoxed.