stunt

[stʌnt]

stunt Definition

• 1. an action that is intended to attract attention and seems dangerous or difficult
• 2. to prevent the growth or development of something

Using stunt: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "stunt" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The movie is full of dangerous stunts.

• Example

  He pulled off an incredible stunt by jumping off the bridge.

• Example

  The government's policies are stunting economic growth.

• Example

  The plant's growth was stunted by lack of water.

stunt Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for stunt

• feat
• exploit
• maneuver
• impede
• hinder
• hamper
• trick

Antonyms for stunt

• encourage
• promote
• facilitate

Phrases with stunt

• publicity stunt

  a planned event designed to attract public attention and generate publicity

  Example

  The company's latest publicity stunt involved a skydiver landing on the roof of their headquarters.

• stunt double

  a person who takes the place of an actor in scenes requiring special skills or in dangerous situations

  Example

  The actor's stunt double performed the dangerous car chase scene.

• growth stunt

  a condition where a living organism fails to grow at a normal rate

  Example

  The child's malnutrition caused a growth stunt.

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Summary: stunt in Brief

The term 'stunt' [stʌnt] refers to an attention-grabbing action that appears dangerous or difficult, as well as to impeding growth or development. Examples include dangerous movie stunts and policies that stunt economic growth. Phrases include 'publicity stunt,' 'stunt double,' and 'growth stunt.' Synonyms include 'feat' and 'maneuver,' while antonyms include 'encourage' and 'promote.'