What does STUNS mean?

Stuns

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To shock or overwhelm someone or something so that they are temporarily unable to react.

Pronunciation (US): /stʌnz/

Pronunciation (UK): /stʌnz/

Origin and Usage: The word "stuns" originated from the Old French word "estoner" meaning "to shake up". It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. The word is commonly used in informal contexts to describe a situation where someone is so surprised or impressed that they are momentarily unable to react.

Synonyms: Amaze, astound, shock, surprise, dumbfound.

Related Words: Snout, strut, stunt, stung, stunk.

Example Sentences:

• She was stunned by the news of her promotion.
• The loud noise from the explosion stunned the crowd.
• The beauty of the sunset stunned him into silence.
• The teams performance stunned the opposition.