ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Stumper

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈstʌmpə/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Stumper is a noun meaning One who stumps, or speaks, or orates, as a politician.

Meaning

One who stumps, or speaks, or orates, as a politician.

More Meanings

  1. (cricket, informal) A wicketkeeper.
  2. (informal) A difficult puzzle or problem.
  3. (archaic, slang) A boastful person

Example Sentences

Global warming is a real stumper.
He's not yet well known, but he's a good stumper.

Word Forms

Synonyms for stumper

Depending on context, synonyms include puzzler, toughie, poser.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include poser, toughie, riddle, stomper, statemonger, stammerer.

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