nonplus in a sentence
n.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Definition
Nonplus (verb): to be so surprised or confused that one is unsure how to react.
Sample Sentences
- The unexpected turn of events left her completely nonplussed.
- He was nonplussed by the contradiction in her story.
- When the magician revealed his trick, the audience was nonplussed and confused.
- Despite his usual confidence, the complex math problem nonplussed him for a moment.
- Seeing her old friend in such a strange situation left him nonplussed and speechless.
- The unexpected question from the interviewer seemed to nonplus the candidate.
- Despite her extensive preparation, the sudden change in plans left him completely nonplussed.
- When confronted with the bizarre situation, she was momentarily nonplussed, struggling to find the right words.
- His nonplussed expression revealed his confusion over the complicated instructions.
- The complex plot twist in the movie managed to nonplus even the most seasoned viewers.