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

Her quiet, elegant drama was a word-of-mouth stunner on the ground in Park City. — Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2026

Braham gave Algeria a 2-1 lead in the 64th minute with another stunner from distance that bounced before entering the goal. — ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026

Owens had been off television for roughly 17 months with a neck injury, and the finish came on a stunner to Zayn. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026

Owens eventually hit Zayn with a superkick and a stunner to secure the pinfall and the victory. — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 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