What does SHUNS mean?

Parts of Speech:

Verb

Definitions:

1. To avoid or reject someone or something intentionally.

2. To keep away from a particular place or situation.

Pronunciations:

US: /ʃʌnz/

UK: /ʃʌnz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "shuns" is a verb that originated from Middle English "shunnen" which means "to avoid, shun" and Old English "sconian" which means "to avoid, escape, shun." The word is commonly used in modern English to describe the act of intentionally avoiding or rejecting someone or something. It is often used in social situations where one person wishes to avoid another person or group of people.

Synonyms:

Avoid, evade, elude, steer clear of, dodge, escape, shirk.

Related Words:

Shunt, shush, shush.

Example Sentences:

1. She shuns parties because she doesn like crowds.
2. He shuns his former friends after becoming successful.
3. The company shuns any association with unethical practices.