Meaning of the word stun in English

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stun

US /stʌn/

UK /stʌn/

to make someone unconscious or confused, especially by a blow to the head

Example:

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The boxer delivered a powerful punch that stunned his opponent.

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The fall from the horse briefly stunned her.

Synonym:

knock out daze bewilder overwhelm astound

to astonish or shock (someone) so that they are temporarily unable to react

Example:

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The news of her sudden resignation stunned everyone in the office.

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He was stunned by the beauty of the landscape.

Synonym:

astonish amaze shock overwhelm dumbfound

a state of being unconscious or confused

Example:

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He was in a stun after hitting his head.

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The sudden bright light put him in a temporary stun.

Synonym:

daze shock trance stupor

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