shunned

American

[shuhnd] / ʃʌnd /

adjective

avoided by people out of dislike, mistrust, disapproval, etc..

We might get more people to join the much shunned hospitality sector if wages were increased.

verb

the simple past tense and past participle of shun.

Other Word Forms

unshunned

adjective

Etymology

Origin of shunned

shun ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

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But one aspect of a fair justice system is for wrongdoers to face proportionate consequences—not to be shunned forever, but to be expected to own up, make amends, and, sometimes, pay a penalty.

From Slate • Jul. 7, 2026

Shares of European semiconductor companies were following their Asian peers in green territory, a day after investors shunned stocks linked to artificial intelligence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 6, 2026

There is some concern that REITs, known for their relatively high dividend yields, will be shunned by some income-seeking investors, given worries that stubborn inflation will lead to higher interest rates.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026

Simply by earning his way on to the Lakers roster five years ago, Reaves has been a great role model for everyone who has ever been ignored or shunned or marginalized.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

R-and-W had all of these, and the worst cases were loners, shunned by the mass of inmates.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover

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