Entry Word: stunning

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 causing a strong emotional reaction because unexpected <we suffered a stunning defeat at the hands of the bottom-ranked team in the division> — see surprising 1
2 causing wonder or astonishment <the stunning beauty of the star-filled sky on a cloudless night> — see marvelous 1
3 very pleasing to look at <how stunning the performers look in their costumes> — see beautiful