Vocabulary Entry

stun

|verb • noun

verb

To cause someone to become temporarily unable to react; to astonish or daze.

Example Sentences

"The loud noise stunned the crowd into silence."

"She was stunned by the unexpected news of her promotion."

"The blow to his head stunned him, leaving him dazed for a moment."

noun

Example Sentences

"He stood there in a stunned silence after hearing the verdict."

"The stunning performance left the audience in awe, creating a sense of stun in the room."

"Her gaze showed a mixture of disbelief and stun as she processed what had happened."