Shunning
Pronunciation: /ˈʃʌnɪŋ/
Shunning (noun)
- The act of keeping away from someone or something, especially because you do not want to be involved.
- A choice to not accept a person or idea, shown by avoiding them or treating them as unwelcome.
Examples
- Her shunning made everyone feel unwelcome.
- The shunning of strangers can hurt a community.
Shunning (verb)
- To avoid someone or something and keep distance, because you do not want contact or involvement.
- To refuse to accept a person or idea by treating them as unwelcome and not giving normal attention.
Examples
- They are shunning the noisy area after work.
- She shunned the crowd to stay calm.