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Definition of stunning

stunning

/ˈstʌn.ɪŋ/
stun · ning
Adverb:stunningly
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• adjective

1

Extremely impressive, remarkable, or extraordinarily attractive.

Example

"The mountain pass offered a stunning view of the snow-capped peaks below."

2

Causing great shock, astonishment, or disbelief.

Example

"In a stunning upset, the underdog team defeated the reigning champions."

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• Rhymes for stunning

• Nearby Words

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stuntedness

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-19th century as a participial adjective from the verb 'stun', which derives from Middle English 'stonien' and Old French 'estoner' (to daze or deafen), ultimately traced back to Vulgar Latin '*extonare' (to leave thunderstruck).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Stunning. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/stunning
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