stun

/stˈʌn/

/ˈstən/

to stun

MAIN VERB

to temporarily render an animal or person unconscious or immobile, often by hitting them on the head or using an electrical shock

synonyms : stupefy

hit something or somebody as if with a sandbag

synonyms : sandbag

to shock or daze someone, often with something unexpected or surprising

synonyms : bedaze

to amaze or impress someone, usually with something spectacular, beautiful, or impressive

Examples

1. The news of his sudden death stunned everyone.

2. The boxer was stunned by a powerful blow to the head.

3. This announcement stunned the audience.

4. That wall stuns some people.