stunner
B1Pronunciation
UK
- /stˈʌnə/
US
- /ˈstənər/
Description
- Gorgeous
- Breathtaking
- Showstopper
A "stunner" is someone or something that is so beautiful, impressive, or surprising that it strongly catches your attention. You might use it for a very attractive person, a stunning view, or a performance that amazes everyone. The word usually suggests a strong effect: it makes people stop and look. In some cases, it can also mean a big surprise, especially in news, sports, or entertainment.
The word "stunner" is used for someone or something that has a very strong effect on people because it is extremely beautiful, impressive, or surprising. In everyday English, it often describes a very attractive person, but it can also describe anything that stands out in a big way.
You might hear it used for a beautiful actress, a breathtaking landscape, a dress that turns heads, or a performance that wins over the whole crowd. It can also be used for a surprising result or piece of news, as in a shocking upset or an unexpected announcement. In all of these cases, the idea is the same: this is not just nice or interesting, it has real impact. It grabs attention right away and leaves a strong impression. That is why the word often feels close to expressions like "showstopper" or "real beauty," depending on the situation.
Examples
- 1
Appearance
Everyone turned to look when Elena walked in; she was an absolute stunner.
- 2
Scenic view
We reached the lake just before sunset, and the view was a real stunner.
- 3
Election surprise
The election result was a stunner, even to people who had followed the campaign closely.
- 4
Sports upset
The small local team pulled off a stunner by beating the champions 3-0.
Phrase
pull off a stunner
do something surprisingly successful
Forms and spellings
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Main spelling
- stunnernoun