stunted

[stuhn-tid]

adjective

1. slowed or stopped abnormally in growth or development.

Other Word Forms

• stuntedness noun
• unstunted adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of stunted¹

First recorded in 1650–60; stunt ¹ + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Born with talipes, or club foot, which stunted the growth of his right foot and leg, he struggled to find two shoes which fitted well when he was younger.

From BBC

Nearly half of all Afghan children under the age of five are stunted, the UN says.

From BBC

Hampered by a slew of injuries that stunted momentum, they greatly improved with the league’s fourth-best record after the All-Star break.

From Los Angeles Times

Evidently, Mainoo feels the evidence of the opening two league games only points to extended spells on the sidelines, frustration and stunted progress.

From BBC

The fallout renders Agnes emotionally stunted, running alternately on autopilot and impulse.

From Los Angeles Times