Definition

Affected by excessive exposure to the sun, often resulting in heat-related illness or discomfort.

Example

After spending too long at the beach without sunscreen, I felt sunstruck and needed to rest in the shade.

Conversation

Wow, I feel a bit sunstruck after that long walk in the park.

Yeah, it was really hot today!

I should have worn a hat to avoid getting sunstruck like this.

Definitely! Next time, let’s bring some sunscreen too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sunstruck → It is formed from "sun" (from Old English "sunne", meaning the star that provides light and warmth) and "struck" (from Old English "strican", meaning to strike or hit). The word "sunstruck" describes the condition of being affected by the sun, often implying a dazed or overwhelmed state due to exposure to sunlight.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'hit' or 'struck' by the 'sun' — that's why sunstruck means being affected by the sun's rays.

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