Cool MateStunning
UK /["/ˈstʌnɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈstʌnɪŋ/"]/
Definition
extremely attractive or impressive
In simple words: Very beautiful or impressive.
Examples
- You look absolutely stunning!
- a stunning view of the lake
- His performance was simply stunning.
- Did you see that stunning woman?
- a visually stunning piece of cinema
- He suffered a stunning defeat in the election.
- The Prime Minister launched a stunning attack on her predecessor.
- The election result was a stunning blow for the party.
- The team is celebrating a stunning victory.
- This morning staff were given the stunning news that the factory is to close.
Usage notes
Used to describe people, places, or things that are visually striking. More common in positive contexts. Avoid using in negative or sarcastic tones.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think 'sun' — something that shines brightly and attracts attention.
Collocations
- be
- look
- find something
- really
- absolutely
- quite
- be
- look
- find something
- really
- absolutely
- quite
Synonyms
- beautiful
Antonyms
- ugly
- unattractive
- dull
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'stun' vs 'stunning' where 'stun' refers to shock.
- Using 'stunning' for something ordinary.
- Misplacing in a sentence, leading to unclear meaning.