WORD COMPARISON

Pretty vs Stunning: What's the Difference?

Meanings, parts of speech, examples, and direct dictionary links.

Quick Difference

Pretty means Pleasant to the sight or other senses; attractive, especially of women or children.. Stunning means Having an effect that stuns..

Pretty Meaning

Pleasant to the sight or other senses; attractive, especially of women or children.

Stunning Meaning

Having an effect that stuns.

Pretty vs Stunning Comparison Table

FeaturePrettyStunning
MeaningPleasant to the sight or other senses; attractive, especially of women or children.Having an effect that stuns.
Part of speechadjectiveadjective
Example'Petit Posy' brassicas […] are a cross between kale and brussels sprouts, and are really very pretty with a mild, sweet taste.The film was stunning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between pretty and stunning?

Pretty means Pleasant to the sight or other senses; attractive, especially of women or children., while stunning means Having an effect that stuns..

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