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单词 nonplussing
释义

nonplus

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noun

non·​plus ˌnän-ˈpləs How to pronounce nonplus (audio)
: a state of bafflement or perplexity : quandary
… reducing the young man to a nonplus Leigh Hunt
… appear to be at a nonplus George Borrow

nonplus

2 of 2

verb

nonplussed also nonplused ˌnän-ˈpləst How to pronounce nonplus (audio) ; nonplussing also nonplusing ˌnän-ˈplə-siŋ How to pronounce nonplus (audio)

transitive verb

: to cause to be at a loss as to what to say, think, or do : perplex
nonplussed by the disclosure Newsweek
this turn of events nonplusses me J. R. Perkins

Did you know?

Don't Let Nonplus Perplex You

Does nonplus perplex you? You aren't alone. Some people believe the non in nonplus means "not," and assume that to be nonplussed is to be calm and poised, but in fact the opposite is true. If you are among the baffled, the word's history may clarify things. In Latin, non plus means "no more." When nonplus debuted in English in the 16th century, it was used as a noun synonymous with quandary. Someone brought to a nonplus had reached an impasse in an argument and could say no more. In short time, people began applying nonplus as a verb, and today it is often used in participial form with the meaning "perplexed" (as in "Joellen's strange remark left us utterly nonplussed").

Synonyms

Verb

  • abash
  • confound
  • confuse
  • discomfit
  • disconcert
  • discountenance
  • embarrass
  • faze
  • fluster
  • mortify
  • rattle
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Example Sentences

Verb I was nonplussed by his openly expressed admiration of me.
Recent Examples on the Web
Verb
Industry experts were nonplussed that the government chose a company that plans weddings and corporate parties over experienced food distributors that submitted bids. Tom Orsborn, ExpressNews.com, 14 May 2020 She also was nonplussed by the questionnaire distributed during the flight, which had asked questions about travel to Wuhan, the virus’ epicenter. Lauren Caruba, ExpressNews.com, 18 Feb. 2020 And its performer was no doubt slightly nonplussed, too; Having previously claimed the track could elevate Rita Ora's career to new heights, Warren then called out the British singer for failing to promote it.8. Jon O'brien, Billboard, 7 Feb. 2020 Grijalva was nonplussed about the efforts against Sinema, who, like McSally, was in Washington, D.C., for Trump's Senate impeachment trial. Katie Surma, azcentral, 25 Jan. 2020 Gayle has yet to feature for Newcastle this season having picked up a calf injury in pre-season, with manager Steve Bruce concerned after specialists seemed nonplussed when attempting to determine the root cause of the problem. SI.com, 20 Sep. 2019 There is nothing wrong with this gentleman or anyone else who is nonplussed by a book that has been widely hailed by the critical establishment. John Warner, chicagotribune.com, 26 Nov. 2019 While Petty’s criminal past has been a concern to some fans, Minaj is nonplussed. Ashley Boucher, PEOPLE.com, 30 Oct. 2019 Thankfully, Monzo’s fees aren’t nearly as steep, but some customers appear nonplussed by the metal bling. Matthew De Silva, Quartz, 6 Aug. 2019 See More

Word History

Etymology

Noun and Verb

Latin non plus no more

First Known Use

Noun

1582, in the meaning defined above

Verb

1591, in the meaning defined above

nonplussing 1 of 2

adjective

variants also nonplusing
as in perplexing

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • perplexing
  • upsetting
  • disconcerting
  • bewildering
  • confounding
  • confusing
  • dismaying
  • muddling
  • incredible
  • extraordinary
  • befuddling
  • discomfiting
  • spectacular
  • inconceivable
  • unbelievable
  • phenomenal
  • unlikely
  • incomprehensible
  • unthinkable
  • wonderful
  • flustering
  • wondrous
  • breathtaking
  • unimaginable
  • stupendous
  • staggering
  • sensational
  • unusual
  • awesome
  • dumfounding
  • rare
  • sublime
  • miraculous
  • unexpected
  • marvelous
  • marvellous
  • outstanding
  • prodigious
  • uncommon
  • awful
  • surprising
  • portentous
  • unique
  • startling
  • fabulous
  • noticeable
  • unwonted
  • impressive
  • unforeseen
  • unanticipated
  • notable
  • amazing
  • heart-stopping
  • remarkable
  • astonishing
  • conspicuous
  • unannounced
  • singular
  • jolting
  • astounding
  • striking
  • stupefying
  • stunning
  • jarring
  • flabbergasting
  • dumbfounding
  • shocking
  • blindsiding
  • jaw-dropping
  • eye-opening

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • unsurprising
  • normal
  • common
  • typical
  • ordinary
  • customary
  • usual
  • mundane
  • unremarkable
  • unexceptional
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nonplussing

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verb

variants also nonplusing
present participle of nonplus
as in embarrassing
to throw into a state of self-conscious distress I was nonplussed by his openly expressed admiration of me

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • embarrassing
  • disconcerting
  • confusing
  • disturbing
  • rattling
  • mortifying
  • flustering
  • unsettling
  • discomfiting
  • abashing
  • distressing
  • disquieting
  • confounding
  • discountenancing
  • bothering
  • chagrining
  • discomposing
  • upsetting
  • humiliating
  • perturbing
  • fazing
  • discomforting
  • dismaying
  • putting off
  • agitating
  • humbling
  • shaming
  • putting out
  • demeaning
  • unhinging
  • degrading
  • debasing
  • queering

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • comforting
  • relieving
  • encouraging
  • calming
  • soothing
  • consoling
  • reassuring
  • cheering
  • assuring
  • emboldening
  • buoying
  • heartening
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