dazed
word
Definition
Feeling confused or unable to think clearly, often because of a shock, accident, or something overwhelming.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly describes a mental state after a shock, injury, or surprising event. Used in both formal and informal situations. Often paired with verbs like 'look', 'seem', or 'feel', e.g., 'look dazed'. Can describe both physical and emotional confusion.
Spanish: aturdido - atontadoPortuguese (BR): atordoado - zonzoPortuguese (PT): atordoado - zonzoChinese (Simplified): 迷茫的 - 头晕的Chinese (Traditional): 迷茫的 - 頭暈的Hindi: स्तब्ध - चकितArabic: مذهول - مشوش
Example Sentences
He looked dazed after the accident.
basic
She felt dazed by the loud noise.
basic
The children were dazed after waking up suddenly.
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I was so dazed after the news that I couldn't respond.
natural
He walked out of the exam looking completely dazed.
natural
After spinning around so much, I felt totally dazed.
natural