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stunt

[stʌnt]

stunt Definition

  • 1an action that is intended to attract attention and seems dangerous or difficult
  • 2to 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

Phrases with 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.

  • 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.'

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