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as in amazing
causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness
we suffered a stunning defeat at the hands of the bottom-ranked team in the division
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as in wonderful
causing wonder or astonishment
the stunning beauty of the star-filled sky on a cloudless night
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as in beautiful
very pleasing to look at
how stunning the performers look in their costumes
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as in dazing
to make senseless or dizzy by a blow
a powerful uppercut to the jaw stunned the boxer and sent him crashing to the canvas
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as in surprising
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
the news of their boss's termination stunned the staff
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Recent Examples of stunning
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026
The brown suede pair is so stunning, but the black is perfectly chic.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 22 Feb. 2026
In just 10 seconds, the move finished with a stunning service by Darren Yapi for a header into the net from Rafael Navarro.
—Braidon Nourse, Denver Post, 21 Feb. 2026
Contenders across eras warn against that approach, yet New York has leaned on it before — beating the Spurs to win the NBA Cup and last season surviving Detroit before stunning Boston in Round 2.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Oakleaf hydrangea makes a stately accent in shady gardens and looks stunning massed in borders.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026
The brown suede pair is so stunning, but the black is perfectly chic.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 22 Feb. 2026
In just 10 seconds, the move finished with a stunning service by Darren Yapi for a header into the net from Rafael Navarro.
—Braidon Nourse, Denver Post, 21 Feb. 2026
Contenders across eras warn against that approach, yet New York has leaned on it before — beating the Spurs to win the NBA Cup and last season surviving Detroit before stunning Boston in Round 2.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stunning
Adjective
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Gain lifetime access to all of this amazing content for one of 25 languages.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
25 Feb. 2026
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That was an amazing period of time.—
TIME Staff,
Time,
25 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Service at the bars and restaurants on the ship was wonderful, too—attentive but never hovering.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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Justin Trudeau – like him or don’t like him – Canadians are wonderful people.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
24 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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This beautiful home is surrounded by trees and looks directly out at the Pacific Ocean.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2026
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The women are compelling and beautiful, among them a fuchsia-haired scientist, woodsy sculptor and psychonaut bartender.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
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Fairview came out throwing haymakers, dazing the Bruins in the early going.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
23 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Black also said Carr has emerged as a leader during her junior season — surprising him.—
Ray Padilla,
Louisville Courier Journal,
5 Feb. 2026
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After surprising her mother, Madison continued to try on wedding dresses and eventually found the one.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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In especially sunny or windy places, just how much state power comes from renewable sources can be startling.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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Three bears at Northstar California Resort in Truckee ran beneath a ski lift and across a slope, startling skiers and riders making their way down the run.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Mirabilis, being Latin for astonishing.—
Matthew Glasser,
ABC News,
19 Feb. 2026
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But from the jaws of defeat, Team USA pulled off an astonishing Olympic comeback, sending the players leaving Italy with gold medals swinging around their necks.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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After a day at the beach, retreat to this lovely country house that’s ideal for groups and families.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2026
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Some lovely amenities, very much on par with the room price, include Taittinger Champagne at the morning buffet, Diptyque toiletries in the rooms, and complimentary on-site activities like yoga classes and excellent chocolate chip cookies delivered nightly to your room.—
Maya Kachroo-Levine,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Stunning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stunning. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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