Cool MateNotable vs Striking
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Notable
Top 2,000 (common)C1adjective
Striking
Top 2,000 (common)C1adjective
| Notable | Striking | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 /["/ˈnəʊtəbl/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈnəʊtəbl/"]/ | 🇬🇧 /["/ˈstraɪkɪŋ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈstraɪkɪŋ/"]/ |
| Meaning | Something important or worth remembering. | Very noticeable or impressive. |
| Example | a **notable success/achievement/example** | a striking feature |
| Register | Neutral | Neutral |
| How common | Top 2,000 (common) | Top 2,000 (common) |
| CEFR level | C1 | C1 |
| Part of speech | adjective | adjective |
| Collocations | be, especially, particularly, for | be, look, extremely, fairly, very, in, be, look, extremely, fairly, very, in |
| Antonyms | insignificant, trivial, unremarkable | unremarkable, ordinary, dull |
| Common mistakes | Confusing 'notable' with 'noteworthy' - they are similar but have different nuances., Using 'notable' as a verb instead of an adjective., Misplacing the adjective in a sentence, leading to awkward phrasing. | Confused with 'strikes' as in hitting something., Using 'striking' to describe something common or boring., Not understanding it can refer to people as well as objects. |
| Usage notes | Use 'notable' to emphasize importance or distinction, particularly in academic or formal contexts. It may not fit casual conversations where simpler words like 'important' may be more suitable. | Use 'striking' to describe something that catches attention due to its beauty, uniqueness, or size. It is appropriate in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid using it in overly casual conversations. |
Frequently asked questions: Notable vs Striking
What's the difference between Notable and Striking?
Notable: Something important or worth remembering. Striking: Very noticeable or impressive.
Are Notable and Striking the same CEFR level?
Notable: C1, Striking: C1 on the CEFR scale.
Can I use Notable and Striking interchangeably?
Not always. Notable and Striking are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.