Dumbfound

Pronunciation: /ˈdʌmfaʊnd/

Dumbfound (verb)

  1. To surprise someone so much that they cannot speak or react for a moment.
  2. To confuse someone strongly, making them unable to understand or respond.

Examples

  • The sudden announcement dumbfounded everyone in the room.
  • Her calm reply dumbfounded the crowd and left them quiet.