stunned

Everyday

1. Stunned means very surprised or shocked, so that you can hardly speak or move. tree →
2. Stunned means made unconscious or dizzy for a short time by a hit on the head. tree →

In the lessons

In stories «stunned» shows a strong reaction to big news: «a stunned silence». In nature, a bird that flies into a window may be stunned for a while. In sport and news «a stunning goal» or «the crowd was stunned» means amazed. Phrases: «stunned silence», «stunned into silence», «stunned by the news».

Examples

• We were stunned when we won first prize. tree →
• There was a stunned silence in the room. tree →
• The bird was stunned after hitting the window. tree →
• She was stunned by the news. tree →
• The fans were stunned by the late goal. tree →
• He stood stunned, unable to speak. tree →
• The boxer was stunned by the punch. tree →
• Wali Dâd stood stunned and helpless. tree →

Note

Spelling: double n (stun → stunned, stunning). «Stunning» also means very beautiful: «a stunning view». A stunned bird should be left somewhere quiet and safe; tell an adult.