nonplussing 1 of 2

adjective

variants also nonplusing
Definition of nonplussingnext
as in perplexing

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nonplussing

2 of 2

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

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonplussing
  1. perplexing
  2. disconcerting
  3. upsetting
  4. dismaying
  5. disturbing
  6. extraordinary
  7. incredible
  8. spectacular
Adjective
  • The most perplexing and concerning part of it all: TomoBoost still appears to be accepting new customers, charging prices ranging from $8.33 a month to $129.99 a month, depending on the tier of service and whether you’re billed monthly or annually.
    Jeff Kauflin, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Hunting History dives into some of American history’s greatest and most perplexing mysteries through a new lens.
    Peter White, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of perplexing
Verb
  • Russia was becoming more closed, and this was disconcerting for a generation that had grown up in a modernized and relatively open society.
    Andrei Kolesnikov, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2024
  • Calculations on how many homeowners are at risk and how many are covered vary, but all are disconcerting.
    Kate Gibson, CBS News, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of disconcerting
Adjective
  • According to Trump's cousin and family historian John Walter, this fabrication was maintained at the request of Fred Trump to avoid upsetting Jewish friends and clients in the post-war period.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
  • This is an interesting, if upsetting, phenomenon, showing how online communities are divorced from reality and how social media can enable some of the worst sides of humanity.
    Callum Booth, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of upsetting
Adjective
  • What’s dismaying is this was yet another opportunity for the Bears to close out a game — in this instance, Williams could have ended things with a 99-yard touchdown drive — and be celebrating a massive performance by the rookie.
    Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 29 Nov. 2024
  • The math suggests a dismaying possibility: these votes may very well swing.
    Yiyun Li, Harper's Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
Definition of dismaying
Verb
  • Water from the bottom of the tray to avoid disturbing seeds.
    Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Samuel took this image from a distance and left quickly to avoid disturbing the bird.
    Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of disturbing
Adjective
  • Surveillance footage captured fireballs hitting the ground with extraordinary speed.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
  • These extraordinary characterizations complicate love over mere pity.
    Armond White, National Review, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of extraordinary
Adjective
  • On top of the track views, the space also features incredible food options and entertainment space.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
  • This dish soap left my dishes sparkling clean and smelling incredible, and the hand wash and hand cream delivered soft, smooth hands.
    Madison Yauger, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of incredible
Adjective
  • There’s even a Jetsons-esque cafe inside by celebrity chef Jean-Georges that serves buttermilk pancakes and bacon with a side of spectacular plane views.
    Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Even without the ocean in sight, the views here are spectacular – capturing the mountains and the greenery around.
    Scott Kramer, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of spectacular
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