stunner

noun

stun·​ner ˈstə-nər 

: one that stuns or is stunning

Synonyms of stunner

• surprise
• shock
• bombshell
• jolt

Examples of stunner in a Sentence

His wife is a real stunner.

The jury's decision was a stunner.

Recent Examples on the Web

Although Shorts seems like a left-field stunner, in retrospect its success made perfect sense. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2026

The film was already a smash hit out of its Cannes premiere, but with this TIFF win, the Netflix stunner launches straight into the heart of this year’s awards season. — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 20 Sep. 2026

But the most complete evidence of his impact is Wednesday’s opening Geffen Hall concert, which proves to be a stunner. — Justin Davidson, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026

The second-year quarterback was fantastic in the second half and nearly pulled off the biggest stunner to open the NFL season. — Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for stunner

• brunner
• gunnar
• gunner
• runner
• tonner
• forerunner

Kids Definition

stunner

noun

stun·​ner ˈstən-ər 

: one that stuns or is stunning