Cool MateMeaning of Striking
interesting and unusual enough to attract attention
In simple words: Very noticeable or impressive.
Striking in a sentence
- a striking feature
- She bears **a striking resemblance** to her older sister.
- **In striking contrast to** their brothers, the girls were both intelligent and charming.
- The similarities between the two cases are striking.
- The picture was striking in its simplicity.
- What is immediately striking is how resourceful the children are.
- The painting is a striking example of nineteenth-century portraiture.
- striking good looks
- She was undoubtedly a very striking young woman.
- That hat looks very striking.
How to use Striking
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.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'strike a pose'—something striking grabs your attention like a great pose!
Related words
Synonyms for Striking
- impressive
- noticeable
- dramatic
- glaring
- conspicuous
Common mistakes with Striking
- 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.
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Frequently asked questions about Striking
What does Striking mean?
Very noticeable or impressive.
What is the definition of Striking?
interesting and unusual enough to attract attention
How do you use Striking in a sentence?
a striking feature
Can you give another example of Striking?
She bears **a striking resemblance** to her older sister.
What are synonyms for Striking?
Common alternatives include impressive, noticeable, dramatic, glaring, conspicuous.
What is the opposite of Striking?
Opposite meanings include unremarkable, ordinary, dull.
What words go with Striking?
It commonly pairs with be, look, extremely, fairly, very, in, be, look, extremely, fairly, very, in.
What are common mistakes when using Striking?
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.
How do you pronounce Striking?
US: /["/ˈstraɪkɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈstraɪkɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Striking?
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.
What CEFR level is Striking?
"Striking" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.