1
: causing astonishment or disbelief
stunning news
2
: strikingly impressive especially in beauty or excellence
a stunning view
stunning workmanship
stunningly
adverb
Synonyms
Examples of stunning in a Sentence
Researchers have made a stunning discovery.
Our room had a stunning view of the lake.
Recent Examples on the Web
With stunning harmonies and the infusion of on-stage pianists, guitarists and drummers, the show feels like watching a glorious tapestry come together.
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Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 21 Apr. 2024
The lodge also offers horseback riding, whitewater rafting, and stunning views of America’s most breathtaking landscapes.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 20 Apr. 2024
That also happens to be the ethos of Western fashion, prioritizing items that both look and feel good — just check out that stunning embroidery!
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2024
Advertisement ‘So Long, London’ Even with its stunning melody, the lyrics are the star of this song.
—Kaitlyn Huamani, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2024
Yes, the technical and operational mastery of the U.S.-led coalition was stunning.
—Matthew Continetti, National Review, 19 Apr. 2024
Selections like 'Annabelle' are stunning and produce huge flower clusters.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2024
Beyoncé congratulated the University of South Carolina team on an incredible season by sending them a stunning bouquet of flowers, custom merch and a sweet note — all of which Coach Dawn Staley showed off in a triumphant video via X on Wednesday (April 17).
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 17 Apr. 2024
The number of diving principles the group of geneticists had discovered and proved was stunning, and most are used by divers today.
—Rachel Lance, WIRED, 16 Apr. 2024
Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 21 Apr. 2024
The lodge also offers horseback riding, whitewater rafting, and stunning views of America’s most breathtaking landscapes.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 20 Apr. 2024
That also happens to be the ethos of Western fashion, prioritizing items that both look and feel good — just check out that stunning embroidery!
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2024
Advertisement ‘So Long, London’ Even with its stunning melody, the lyrics are the star of this song.
—Kaitlyn Huamani, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2024
Yes, the technical and operational mastery of the U.S.-led coalition was stunning.
—Matthew Continetti, National Review, 19 Apr. 2024
Selections like 'Annabelle' are stunning and produce huge flower clusters.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2024
Beyoncé congratulated the University of South Carolina team on an incredible season by sending them a stunning bouquet of flowers, custom merch and a sweet note — all of which Coach Dawn Staley showed off in a triumphant video via X on Wednesday (April 17).
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 17 Apr. 2024
The number of diving principles the group of geneticists had discovered and proved was stunning, and most are used by divers today.
—Rachel Lance, WIRED, 16 Apr. 2024
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“Stunning.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stunning. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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