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Definitions for Stunt

[1] to stop, slow down, or hinder the growth or development of; dwarf: A harsh climate stunted the trees. Brutal treatment in childhood stunted his personality.
[2] a stop or hindrance in growth or development.
[3] arrested development.
[4] a plant or animal hindered from attaining its proper growth.
[5] Plant Pathology . a disease of plants, characterized by a dwarfing or stunting of the plant.
[6] a performance displaying a person's skill or dexterity, as in athletics; feat: an acrobatic stunt.
[7] any remarkable feat performed chiefly to attract attention: The kidnapping was said to be a publicity stunt.
[8] to do a stunt or stunts.
[9] Television Slang . to add specials, miniseries, etc., to a schedule of programs, especially so as to increase ratings.
[10] to use in doing stunts: to stunt an airplane.
[11] (tr) to prevent or impede the growth or development of (a plant, animal, etc)
[12] the act or an instance of stunting
[13] a person, animal, or plant that has been stunted
[14] an acrobatic, dangerous, or spectacular action
[15] an acrobatic or dangerous piece of action in a film or television programme
[16] anything spectacular or unusual done to gain publicity
[17] (intr) to perform a stunt or stunts

Words related to Stunt

sketch, feat, skit, antic, caper, feature, exploit, act, performance, achievement

Words nearby Stunt

stung, stunk, stunner, stunning, stunsail, stunt, stunt man, stunt person, stunt woman, stunted, stuntman

Origin of Stunt

2An Americanism dating back to 1890–95; origin uncertain

Other words from Stunt

stunt·ing·ly , adverb
stunt·y , adjective

Word origin for Stunt

C19: US student slang, of unknown origin

Synonyms for Stunt

antic, feat, sketch, skit, achievement, act, caper, exploit, feature, performance, tour de force