Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Shunning.
Shunning - as a noun
Deliberately avoiding; keeping away from or preventing from happening
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
avoidancedodgingturning awayHypernyms (Closely Related)
rejectionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Shunning - as a verb
To avoid, especially persistently.
Example: "Acrophobes shun mountaineering."
To escape (a threatening evil, an unwelcome task etc).
To screen, hide.
To shove, push.
Example Sentences
"The shunning of individuals with mental illnesses is a grave issue in our society."
"She endured years of shunning simply because of her cultural background."
"The act of shunning can have severe psychological effects on the person being rejected."
"The community's shunning of the whistleblower was intended to silence their claims."
"In some religious sects, shunning is used as a form of punishment for members who break the rules."
Word Game Points
Is SHUNNING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shunning is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SHUNNING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is SHUNNING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shunning is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSHUNNING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is SHUNNING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shunning is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSHUNNING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
