striking
word · lemma: strike
/ˈstɹaɪkɪŋ/
STRY-king
/stɹˈaɪkɪŋ/
STRY-king
Definition
Something that is very noticeable or impressive, often because it is unusual or beautiful. It can also mean something surprising or shocking.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in formal or descriptive contexts. Common collocations: 'striking difference', 'striking resemblance', 'striking feature'. Can describe appearance, facts, or events. Not usually used for minor or ordinary things.
Spanish: llamativo - sorprendente - impactantePortuguese (BR): marcante - impressionante - chamativoPortuguese (PT): marcante - impressionante - chamativoChinese (Simplified): 引人注目的 - 显著的Chinese (Traditional): 引人注目的 - 顯著的Hindi: चौंकाने वाला - आकर्षकArabic: لافت للنظر - مثير للدهشةBengali: দৃষ্টিকটূ - চমকপ্রদRussian: поразительный - впечатляющийJapanese: 印象的な - 目立つVietnamese: nổi bật - gây ấn tượng mạnhKorean: 인상적인 - 눈에 띄는Turkish: çarpıcı - dikkat çekiciUrdu: نمایاں - چونکا دینے والاIndonesian: mencolok - mencengangkan
Example Sentences
The painting has a striking color combination.
basic
Her eyes are striking and beautiful.
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There is a striking difference between the two photos.
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What’s most striking about the building is its unusual shape.
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He made a striking comment that surprised everyone.
natural
She wore a striking red dress to the party last night.
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