Shunning

Pronunciation: /ˈʃʌnɪŋ/

Shunning (noun)

  1. The act of keeping away from someone or something, especially because you do not want to be involved.
  2. 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)

  1. To avoid someone or something and keep distance, because you do not want contact or involvement.
  2. 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.