staggering meaning
UK US /ˈstæɡɚɪŋ/ 3 syllables
staggering (adjective): so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm.
Definition of staggering
- so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm
- such an enormous response was astonishing
- an astounding achievement
- the amount of money required was staggering
- suffered a staggering defeat
- the figure inside the boucle dress was stupefying
Synonyms: astonishing, astounding, stupefying
Similar: impressive
How to pronounce staggering
staggering is pronounced /ˈstæɡɚɪŋ/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
Words that rhyme with staggering
Scrabble score: 13 (letter breakdown)
Word lists: words starting with ST · words ending in NG · 10-letter words
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