Word
stunningly
Phoneticsstun·ning·ly, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈstənɪŋɫi/
UK/stˈʌnɪŋli/
Definition
adv. in a way that is very impressive, beautiful, or shocking. You use it to describe something that makes you stop and take notice.
adv. in a manner that is extremely impressive, beautiful, or shocking. Often used to emphasize the degree of an adjective.
Examples
“The view from the top of the mountain is stunningly beautiful.”
“The new software update was stunningly fast, making the old version feel like a slow typewriter.”
“The witness gave a stunningly detailed account of the events, leaving the jury with no doubt regarding the defendant's presence at the scene.”
Examples
simple
“The view from the top of the mountain is stunningly beautiful.”
contextual
“The new software update was stunningly fast, making the old version feel like a slow typewriter.”
complex
“The witness gave a stunningly detailed account of the events, leaving the jury with no doubt regarding the defendant's presence at the scene.”
Real-World Examples
“It is a stunningly beautiful time of year for those living in the Arctic.” “If the violence is stunningly real, so are its consequences.” Word family
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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