Synonyms for

Stun

Verb / stʌn / Another word for stun — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to make someone feel shocked or dazed

Synonyms & similar words

stupefy bedaze sandbag daze amaze astound bewilder daze shock surprise startle flabbergast floor overwhelm stagger stupefy thunderstrike dumbfound jolt stun-gun numb paralyze

Synonyms by register

Formal

astonish bewilder flabbergast overwhelm

Informal

knock out deck flatten zap

Literary

daze stupefy bedazzle

Antonyms

awaken animate enliven energize rouse stimulate revive

Common collocations

  • stun gun
  • stunned silence
  • stunned by
  • stunned into
  • stunned disbelief
  • stunned the audience
  • stunned the crowd

Word family

noun stunner
verb stun
adjective stunned

Usage note

Primarily used to describe a temporary loss of consciousness or the ability to react, often due to a blow or shock. Can also mean to greatly impress or surprise someone.

Example sentences

  1. The bright flash of lightning stunned the boy.
  2. The loud noise stunned the crowd.
  3. The unexpected news stunned everyone.
  4. The magician's trick stunned the audience.
  5. The knockout punch stunned the boxer.

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