striking

[strahy-king]

adjective

1. attractive; impressive.

   a scene of striking beauty.

   Synonyms: outstanding, noteworthy, remarkable

2. noticeable; conspicuous.

   a striking lack of enthusiasm.

3. being on strike, as workers.

4. 1. capable of attacking an enemy, especially by air.

      striking power.

   2. within the extent of space through which it is possible to attack a target effectively.

      striking distance.

striking

/ ˈstraɪkɪŋ /

adjective

1. attracting attention; fine; impressive

   a striking beauty

2. conspicuous; noticeable

   a striking difference

Other Word Forms

• strikingly adverb
• strikingness noun
• nonstriking adjective
• unstriking adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of striking¹

First recorded in 1605–15; strike + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Melissa caused at least 59 deaths and massive destruction across the Caribbean this week, notably in Jamaica where it roared ashore as a top-strength Category 5 hurricane, before striking eastern Cuba.

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Images of gleaming tables and dancing guests circulated widely, a striking contrast to the very real struggles some Americans faced the following day.

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He gave up just two hits over six total innings, striking out seven and walking two.

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A few plays later, a controversial pass interference call brought them within striking distance for Miller to give the Trojans their first lead of the night.

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The emotional tenor of the viral post is striking.

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Related Words

• arresting 
• astonishing 
• bizarre 
• compelling 
• conspicuous 
• dazzling 
• eye-catching 
• fascinating 
• handsome 
• impressive 
• marked 
• memorable 
• noteworthy 
• noticeable 
• outstanding 
• powerful 
• remarkable 
• salient 
• singular 
• startling