Stunning (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Causing great astonishment and consternation; "the strike came as a stunning protest against management"; "a stunning defeat".
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Meaning 2
Commanding attention; "an arresting drawing of people turning into animals"; "a sensational concert--one never to be forgotten"; "a stunning performance".
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Meaning 3
Strikingly beautiful or attractive; "quite stunning with large dark eyes and a beautiful high-bosomed figure"; "stunning photographs of Canada's wilderness areas".
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Examples
- The stunning architecture of the ancient temple left the tourists in awe.
- Her stunning smile lit up the entire room and caught everyone's attention.
- The fireworks display ended with a stunning finale that lit up the night sky.
- The model's stunning looks and confident walk made her a standout on the runway.
- The stunning natural beauty of the island made it a perfect destination for honeymooners.
Meaning 4
Causing or capable of causing bewilderment or shock or insensibility; "laid the poor fellow senseless with one stunning blow"; "a stunning detonation with volumes of black smoke".
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