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to stun
01
stupéfier, abasourdir
to surprise or shock someone, often by something unexpected, leaving them temporarily unable to react
Transitive: to stun sb
Exemples
The unexpected news of her promotion stunned her into silence.
La nouvelle inattendue de sa promotion l'a stupéfaite au point de la réduire au silence.
The magician 's impressive trick stunned the audience.
Le tour impressionnant du magicien a stupéfié le public.
02
assommer, sonner
to temporarily render an animal or person unconscious or immobile, often by hitting them on the head or using an electrical shock
Transitive: to stun sb/sth
Exemples
The boxer was stunned by a powerful blow to the head.
Le boxeur a été étourdi par un coup puissant à la tête.
The loud noise of the explosion stunned the crowd at the concert.
Le bruit fort de l'explosion étourdit la foule au concert.
03
éblouir, stupéfier
to amaze or impress someone, usually with something spectacular, beautiful, or impressive
Transitive: to stun sb
Exemples
Her breathtaking dress at the gala stunned everyone in attendance.
Sa robe à couper le souffle au gala a stupéfié tout le monde présent.
His eloquent speech on climate change stunned the panel of judges.
Son discours éloquent sur le changement climatique a stupéfié le panel de juges.
