Predicate: baffle

baffle: Frames file for 'baffle' based on internet usage examples, membership in VN. Verbnet class 31.1; other members include amuse, bore, discourage, enchant, frighten, hypnotize, interest, sicken, thrill, upset, and vex. Comparison with 'awe'.

Roleset id: baffle.01 , to bewilder, perplex, vncls: 31.1, framnet:

baffle.01: Frame created by Claire

Roles:

        Arg0: cause of bewilderment, stupefication (vnrole: 31.1-Cause)
        Arg1: baffled entity (vnrole: 31.1-Experiencer)
        Arg2: instrument, if separate from arg0

Example: with instrument

        John baffled Mary with his impression of stupid pet tricks.

        Arg0: John
        Rel: baffled
        Arg1: Mary
        Arg2: with his impression of stupid pet tricks