shunning (B2)

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Pronunciation: /ˈʃʌnɪŋ/

Definition

Persistently avoiding, ignoring, or rejecting someone or something.

Examples

• The community practiced shunning as a form of social control.

• He faced shunning from his family after his controversial decision.

• The article discussed the psychological effects of shunning.

How to Use shunning

shunned by (prepositional phrase)

To be deliberately avoided or ignored by someone or a group. — "He felt isolated after being shunned by his colleagues."

shunned for (prepositional phrase)

To be deliberately avoided or ignored because of a specific reason or action. — "She was shunned for her radical political views."

Synonyms of shunning

Words with a similar meaning to shunning:

• avoiding
• eschewing
• ostracizing
• spurning

Antonyms of shunning

Words with the opposite meaning to shunning:

• welcoming
• embracing
• accepting

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