Dazedly: meaning, definitions and examples
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dazedly
[ ˈdeɪzədli ]
in a confused or stunned manner
Dazedly is an adverb that describes someone acting in a confused or stunned manner, as if they are unable to think clearly or understand what is happening around them. It is often used to depict a person who is disoriented or bewildered by a sudden event or situation.
Synonyms
bewildered, confused, disoriented, stunned.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| dazedly |
Describes a state of being semi-conscious or in a trance-like condition, often following a shock or blow.
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| bewildered |
Refers to a state of being deeply perplexed and confused, often when faced with something unexpected or complex.
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| confused |
Indicates a general state of not understanding something clearly or feeling uncertain.
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| stunned |
Suggests a strong, usually temporary shock or surprise that affects one's ability to react.
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| disoriented |
Describes a state of losing one's sense of direction or position, often physically but also mentally.
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Examples of usage
- She looked around dazedly, trying to make sense of her surroundings.
- After the accident, he stumbled dazedly out of the car, unsure of what had just happened.
- The news hit her dazedly, leaving her in a state of shock and disbelief.
Translations
Translations of the word "dazedly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 atordoado
🇮🇳 स्तब्ध
🇩🇪 benommen
🇮🇩 linglung
🇺🇦 приголомшено
🇵🇱 oszołomiony
🇯🇵 呆然と
🇫🇷 hébété
🇪🇸 aturdido
🇹🇷 sersemlemiş
🇰🇷 멍하게
🇸🇦 مذهول
🇨🇿 ohromeně
🇸🇰 omráčený
🇨🇳 茫然
🇸🇮 zmedeno
🇮🇸 ringlaður
🇰🇿 абдырап қалу
🇬🇪 გაოცებული
🇦🇿 çaşqın
🇲🇽 aturdido
Etymology
The word 'dazedly' is derived from the adjective 'dazed', which dates back to the early 17th century. The term 'dazed' originally meant 'stupefied' or 'bewildered', and over time, the adverb form 'dazedly' emerged to describe the manner in which someone is experiencing this state of confusion or disorientation.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #36,271, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.