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

"Canada and Alberta are striking a new partnership to build a stronger, more sustainable, and more independent Albertan and Canadian economy," Carney said.

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It essentially serves an opt-out option that prevents courts from striking down the legislation on constitutional grounds.

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“Clearly Anta Sports is looking to capitalise on Puma’s depressed share price, striking while the iron’s hot at a time when the company’s shares are clearly in a vulnerable position,” Scholar wrote.

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His fourth-inning home after striking out the last two batters in the top of the inning?

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The US has deployed 15,000 troops and the world's largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald Ford, to within striking distance of Venezuela.

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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