Stunned Definition

stunned
adjective
  1. filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock; "an amazed audience gave the magician a standing ovation"; "I stood enthralled, astonished by the vastness and majesty of the cathedral"; "astounded viewers wept at the pictures from the Oklahoma City bombing"; "stood in stunned silence"; "stunned scientists found not one but at least three viruses"
  2. knocked unconscious by a heavy blow
  3. in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock; "he had a dazed expression on his face"; "lay semiconscious, stunned (or stupefied) by the blow"; "was stupid from fatigue"

"Stunned" in song lyrics

See how stunned is used in real songs:

  • "Just sit stunned"
    Ahmad — Touch The Ceiling
  • "Don't worry about it they all gone be stunned"
    Ali Vegas — Industry Talking
  • "come through and leave you stunned"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — All Star Chuck Taylors

Words that rhyme with stunned

Usage tips for "stunned"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "stunned" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for stunned to find words that pair well.

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