Stumped

Pronunciation: /ˈstʌmpt/

Stumped (adjective)

  1. unable to find an answer or solve a problem.
  2. unable to respond to a question or challenge.

Examples

  • She was stumped by the complex puzzle.
  • The unexpected question left him stumped.

Common collocations: stumped by a problem, completely stumped, stumped by a question, left stumped

Synonyms of Stumped

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Stumped

  • when someone understands something clearly