In literature, nonplussed is often employed to capture a moment of pure bewilderment or uncertainty in response to an unexpected event. Writers use the term to indicate that a character is so taken aback by a sudden or inexplicable situation that their usual composure and ability to react seems completely suspended, as when a character is described as utterly nonplussed, caught in a state of both surprise and indecision [1][2][3]. This evocative usage lends a nuanced texture to narrative conflicts, revealing not only the external shock of the moment but also an inner hesitance or mental paralysis, a blend of confusion and quiet astonishment that can signal anything from mild surprise to profound disorientation [4][5].