Definition

A person or thing that is very impressive or attractive, often causing surprise or admiration.

Example

She walked into the room like a stunner, turning everyone's heads.

Conversation

Did you see the new girl in class?

Yeah, she's a real stunner!

I thought so too; everyone was talking about her.

For sure! It's hard not to notice someone like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stunner → It is formed from "stun" (from Old English *stunian*, meaning to make senseless or dazed) and the suffix "-er" (meaning a person who). A stunner is a person or thing that causes someone to be dazed or amazed.

Memory Tip

Think of someone or something that makes you feel dazed or amazed — that's what a stunner does.

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