1. dangerous or difficult acts performed to entertain or impress
2. actions done to attract attention or publicity

1. to prevent normal growth or development

Examples

• The movie featured incredible car stunts.
• The daredevil performed dangerous stunts on his motorcycle.
• The politician’s speech was just a publicity stunt.
• Poor nutrition can stunt a child’s growth.
• The drought stunted the crops this year.
• She stunts her own progress by avoiding challenges.
• The circus performers practiced their aerial stunts daily.