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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
To make someone feel completely baffled.

  1. A
    to perplex
  2. B
    to explicate
  3. C
    to construe
  4. D
    to elucidate

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* To perplex means to make someone feel completely baffled, confused, or puzzled.
To explicate means to analyze and develop an idea or principle in detail.

To construe means to interpret a word or action in a particular way.

To elucidate means to make something clear; explain.

Therefore, "to perplex" best expresses the meaning.

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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
To make someone feel completely baffled.
A
to perplex
B
to explicate
C
to construe
D
to elucidate

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