adj
stumped
adj
1
Confused and unable to find an answer or solution.
"I was completely stumped by the last crossword clue."
"The mechanic looked stumped when the engine wouldn't start."
2
In cricket, given out after the wicket-keeper breaks the wicket while the batsman is outside the crease.
"He was stumped for just 12 runs."
How to Use Stumped
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBaffled — unable to work something out.
Common pairings
completely stumped
stumped by a question
Word Forms
more stumped comparative, most stumped superlative
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