To shun means not to meet or talk to someone on purpose. It also means to stay away from something you do not like or want.
People shun him because he lies.
She shuns sugar for her health.
Shun can mean to say no to things you do not like or believe are bad. People may shun things to show they disapprove.
Many people shun violence in movies.
She shuns bad habits every day.
To shun is to stop being friends or working with someone because they did something wrong. It is a strong social or religious punishment.
The group shunned him for breaking rules.
She was shunned from the club last year.
To shun something is to choose not to be near it or to use it because you think it is dangerous or bad.
She shuns all unhealthy food every day.
They shun busy streets to find peace.
Sometimes, shun means to not think about or accept feelings or ideas because they cause pain or discomfort. It is like turning away inside your mind.
He shuns sadness to stay happy.
They shun old memories with pain.
