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stunningly

adv.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈstənɪŋɫi// UK //stˈʌnɪŋli// stun·ning·ly

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.


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.

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