ἀπορέω aporéō
Meaning
to have no way out, i.e. be at a loss (mentally)
In the King James Version: (stand in) doubt, be perplexed
Derivation: from a compound of G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and the base of G4198 (πορεύομαι);
Where it is used
- Mark 6:20 because Herod feared John and protected him, knowing that he was a righteous and holy man. When he heard John’s words, he was greatly perplexed; yet he listened to him gladly.
- Luke 24:4 While they were puzzling over this, suddenly two men in radiant apparel stood beside them.
- John 13:22 The disciples looked at one another, perplexed as to which of them He meant.
- Acts 25:20 Since I was at a loss as to how to investigate these matters, I asked if he was willing to go to Jerusalem and be tried there on these charges.
- 2 Corinthians 4:8 We are hard pressed on all sides, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair;
- Galatians 4:20 how I wish I could be with you now and change my tone, because I am perplexed about you.