Something that is striking is very noticeable or unusual.
The most striking feature of those statistics is the high proportion of suicides.
He bears a striking resemblance to Lenin.
...her striking good looks.
Synonyms: distinct, noticeable, conspicuous, clear More Synonyms of striking
strikinglyadverb [usually ADVERB adjective]
In one respect, however, the men really were strikingly similar.
...a strikingly handsome man.
Most strikingly, the amount consumers spent in the shops grew quickly.
2. adjective
Someone who is striking is very attractive, in a noticeable way.
She was a striking woman with long blonde hair.
Synonyms: impressive, dramatic, stunning [informal], wonderful More Synonyms of striking
3. See also strike
striking in British English
(ˈstraɪkɪŋ)
adjective
1.
attracting attention; fine; impressive
a striking beauty
2.
conspicuous; noticeable
a striking difference
Derived forms
strikingly (ˈstrikingly)
adverb
strikingness (ˈstrikingness)
noun
striking in American English
(ˈstraɪkɪŋ)
adjective
1.
that strikes or is on strike
2.
very noticeable or impressive; unusual, outstanding, remarkable, etc.
SIMILAR WORDS: ˈnoticeable
Derived forms
strikingly (ˈstrikingly)
adverb
More idioms containing
striking
within striking distance
Examples of 'striking' in a sentence
striking
Striking design and emotional trauma seem to go hand in hand in this series, and tonight is a classic example.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
In other languages
striking
British English: striking /ˈstraɪkɪŋ/ ADJECTIVE
Something that is striking is very noticeable or unusual.
He bears a striking resemblance to his father.
American English: striking
Arabic: لافِتٌ لِلْنَظَر
Brazilian Portuguese: impressionante
Chinese: 惊人的
Croatian: dojmljiv
Czech: nápadný
Danish: påfaldende
Dutch: opvallend
European Spanish: asombroso chocante
Finnish: silmiinpistävä
French: frappant
German: bemerkenswert
Greek: εντυπωσιακός
Italian: impressionante
Japanese: 目立つ
Korean: 인상적인
Norwegian: påfallende
Polish: uderzający
European Portuguese: impressionante
Romanian: izbitor
Russian: поразительный
Latin American Spanish: asombroso
Swedish: slående
Thai: ซึ่งโดดเด่น
Turkish: çarpıcı
Ukrainian: вражаючий
Vietnamese: đầy ấn tượng
All related terms of 'striking'
strack
to deliver (a blow or stroke ) to (a person)
strak
to deliver (a blow or stroke ) to (a person)
strike
When there is a strike , workers stop doing their work for a period of time, usually in order to try to get better pay or conditions for themselves.
overstrike
to print a character on top of (an already printed character)
strickle
a board used for sweeping off excess material in a container
striking circle
the semicircular area in front of each goal , which an attacking player must have entered before scoring a goal
striking image
An image is a picture of someone or something.
striking price
in an option contract , the specified price at which a stock , commodity , etc. may be bought or sold ; the price at which an investor can exercise profitably a put or call
striking contrast
A contrast is a great difference between two or more things which is clear when you compare them.
striking example
An example of something is a particular situation, object, or person which shows that what is being claimed is true.
strike up
When you strike up a conversation or friendship with someone, you begin one.
within striking distance
If you are within striking distance of something, or if something is within striking distance , it is quite near, so it could be reached or achieved quite easily .
so
You use so to refer back to something that has just been mentioned .
strike back
If you strike back , you harm or criticize someone who has harmed or criticized you.
strike down
If someone is struck down , especially by an illness , they are killed or severely harmed by it.
strike off
If someone such as a doctor or lawyer is struck off , their name is removed from the official register and they are not allowed to do medical or legal work any more.
strike out
If you strike out , you begin to do something different , often because you want to become more independent .
strike through
to draw (a line) through (something) to delete it
Chinese translation of 'striking'
striking
(ˈstraɪkɪŋ)
adj
(= noticeable) 突出的 (tūchū de)
(= attractive) 出众(眾)的 (chūzhòng de)
Seestruck
All related terms of 'striking'
strike
( of workers ) 罢(罷)工 bàgōng [ 场(場) chǎng ]
strike up
( conversation ) 开(開)始 kāishǐ
strike back
( Mil ) 反击(擊) fǎnjī
strike down
( kill ) 打倒 dǎdǎo
strike off
( from list ) 删去 shānqù
strike out
( speak out ) 抨击(擊) pēngjī
1 (adjective)
Definition
very noticeable
He bears a striking resemblance to Lenin.
Synonyms
distinct
There was a distinct change in her attitude.
noticeable
These changes have had no noticeable effect on productivity.
conspicuous
Her conspicuous lack of warmth confirmed that they were no longer friends.
clear
It was a clear case of mistaken identity.
obvious
It's obvious that he doesn't like me.
evident
He spoke with evident emotion about his ordeal.
manifest
cases of manifest injustice
unmistakable
the unmistakable aroma of freshly ground coffee
observable
Alcohol can, in some cases, have an observable toxic effect.
perceptible
There was a perceptible silence, momentary but definite.
appreciable
This has not had an appreciable effect on production.
2 (adjective)
Definition
attracting attention
She was a striking woman with long blonde hair.
Synonyms
impressive
The film's special effects are particularly impressive.
dramatic
the film's dramatic special effects
stunning (informal)
A stunning display of fireworks lit up the sky.
wonderful
This is a wonderful achievement for one so young.
extraordinary
He is an extraordinary musician.
outstanding
an outstanding tennis player
astonishing
an astonishing display of physical strength
memorable
a memorable performance
dazzling
He gave a dazzling performance.
noticeable
conspicuous
drop-dead (slang)
out of the ordinary
Have you noticed anything out of the ordinary about him?
forcible
jaw-dropping
eye-popping (informal)
gee-whizz (slang)
Opposites
average
,
unimpressive
,
unexceptional
,
dull
,
indifferent
,
vanilla (informal)
,
undistinguished
,
uninteresting
,
unextraordinary
Additional synonyms
in the sense of appreciable
Definition
enough to be noticed
This has not had an appreciable effect on production.
Synonyms
significant,
marked,
obvious,
considerable,
substantial,
visible,
evident,
pronounced,
definite,
noticeable,
clear-cut,
discernible,
measurable,
material,
recognizable,
detectable,
perceptible,
distinguishable,
ascertainable,
perceivable
in the sense of astonishing
an astonishing display of physical strength
Synonyms
amazing,
striking,
surprising,
brilliant,
stunning,
impressive,
overwhelming,
staggering,
startling,
sensational (informal),
bewildering,
breathtaking,
astounding,
eye-opening,
wondrous (archaic, literary),
jaw-dropping,
stupefying,
gee-whizz (slang)
in the sense of clear
Definition
evident or obvious
It was a clear case of mistaken identity.
Synonyms
obvious,
plain,
apparent,
bold,
patent,
evident,
distinct,
pronounced,
definite,
manifest,
blatant,
conspicuous,
unmistakable,
express,
palpable,
unequivocal,
recognizable,
unambiguous,
unquestionable,
cut-and-dried (informal),
incontrovertible
Synonyms of 'striking'
striking
Explore 'striking' in the dictionary
Additional synonyms
in the sense of conspicuous
Definition
clearly visible
Her conspicuous lack of warmth confirmed that they were no longer friends.
Synonyms
obvious,
clear,
apparent,
visible,
patent,
evident,
manifest,
noticeable,
blatant,
discernible,
salient,
perceptible,
easily seen
in the sense of dazzling
He gave a dazzling performance.
Synonyms
splendid,
brilliant,
stunning (informal),
superb,
divine (informal),
glorious,
sparkling,
glittering,
sensational (informal),
sublime,
virtuoso,
drop-dead (slang),
ravishing,
scintillating
in the sense of dramatic
Definition
like a drama in suddenness or effectiveness
the film's dramatic special effects
Synonyms
powerful,
striking,
imposing,
stunning (informal),
impressive,
spectacular,
effective,
staggering,
distinctive,
memorable,
vivid,
jaw-dropping,
breath-taking,
gee-whizz (slang)
in the sense of evident
Definition
easy to see or understand
He spoke with evident emotion about his ordeal.
Synonyms
obvious,
clear,
plain,
apparent,
visible,
patent,
manifest,
tangible,
noticeable,
blatant,
conspicuous,
unmistakable,
palpable,
salient,
indisputable,
perceptible,
incontrovertible,
incontestable,
plain as the nose on your face
in the sense of extraordinary
Definition
having some special or extreme quality
He is an extraordinary musician.
Synonyms
remarkable,
special,
wonderful,
outstanding,
rare,
amazing,
fantastic (informal),
astonishing,
marvellous,
eye-popping (informal),
exceptional,
notable,
serious (informal),
phenomenal,
singular,
wondrous (archaic, literary),
out of this world (informal),
extremely good
in the sense of manifest
Definition
easily noticed, obvious
cases of manifest injustice
Synonyms
obvious,
apparent,
patent,
evident,
open,
clear,
plain,
visible,
bold,
distinct,
glaring,
noticeable,
blatant,
conspicuous,
unmistakable,
palpable,
salient
in the sense of memorable
Definition
worth remembering or easily remembered because it is very special or important
a memorable performance
Synonyms
noteworthy,
celebrated,
impressive,
historic,
important,
special,
striking,
famous,
significant,
signal,
extraordinary,
remarkable,
distinguished,
haunting,
notable,
timeless,
unforgettable,
momentous,
illustrious,
catchy,
indelible,
unfading
in the sense of noticeable
Definition
easily seen or detected
These changes have had no noticeable effect on productivity.
Synonyms
obvious,
clear,
striking,
plain,
bold,
evident,
distinct,
manifest,
conspicuous,
unmistakable,
salient,
observable,
perceptible,
appreciable,
blatant
in the sense of observable
Alcohol can, in some cases, have an observable toxic effect.
Synonyms
noticeable,
clear,
obvious,
open,
striking,
apparent,
visible,
patent,
evident,
distinct,
manifest,
blatant,
conspicuous,
unmistakable,
discernible,
salient,
recognizable,
detectable,
perceptible,
appreciable,
perceivable
in the sense of obvious
Definition
easy to see or understand
It's obvious that he doesn't like me.
Synonyms
clear,
open,
plain,
apparent,
visible,
bold,
patent,
evident,
distinct,
pronounced,
straightforward,
explicit,
manifest,
transparent,
noticeable,
blatant,
conspicuous,
overt,
unmistakable,
palpable,
unequivocal,
undeniable,
salient,
recognizable,
unambiguous,
self-evident,
indisputable,
perceptible,
much in evidence,
unquestionable,
open-and-shut,
cut-and-dried (informal),
undisguised,
incontrovertible,
self-explanatory,
unsubtle,
unconcealed,
clear as a bell,
staring you in the face (informal),
right under your nose (informal),
sticking out a mile (informal),
plain as the nose on your face (informal)
Additional synonyms
in the sense of out of the ordinary
Definition
unusual
Have you noticed anything out of the ordinary about him?
Synonyms
unusual,
different,
odd,
important,
special,
striking,
surprising,
significant,
strange,
exciting,
rare,
impressive,
extraordinary,
outstanding,
remarkable,
bizarre,
distinguished,
unexpected,
curious,
exceptional,
notable,
unfamiliar,
abnormal,
queer (archaic),
uncommon,
singular,
unconventional,
noteworthy,
atypical
in the sense of outstanding
Definition
very good
an outstanding tennis player
Synonyms
excellent,
good,
great (informal),
important,
special,
fine,
noted,
champion,
celebrated,
brilliant,
impressive,
superb,
distinguished,
well-known,
prominent,
superior,
first-class,
exceptional,
notable,
world-class,
exquisite,
admirable,
eminent,
exemplary,
first-rate,
stellar (informal),
superlative,
top-notch (informal),
mean (slang),
sick (slang),
pre-eminent,
meritorious,
estimable,
tiptop,
A1 or A-one (informal),
booshit (Australian, slang),
exo (Australian, slang),
sik (Australian, slang),
rad (informal),
phat (slang),
schmick (Australian, informal),
beaut (informal),
barrie (Scottish, slang),
belting (British, slang),
pearler (Australian, slang)
in the sense of perceptible
Definition
able to be perceived
There was a perceptible silence, momentary but definite.
Synonyms
noticeable,
clear,
obvious,
apparent,
visible,
evident,
distinct,
tangible,
blatant,
conspicuous,
palpable,
discernible,
recognizable,
detectable,
observable,
appreciable,
perceivable
in the sense of stunning
Definition
very attractive or impressive
A stunning display of fireworks lit up the sky.
Synonyms
wonderful,
beautiful,
impressive,
great (informal),
striking,
brilliant,
dramatic,
lovely,
remarkable,
smashing (old-fashioned),
heavenly,
devastating (informal),
spectacular,
marvellous,
splendid,
gorgeous,
dazzling,
sensational,
drop-dead (slang),
ravishing,
out of this world (informal),
jaw-dropping,
eye-popping (informal),
gee-whizz (old-fashioned)
in the sense of unmistakable
Definition
clear or unambiguous
the unmistakable aroma of freshly ground coffee
Synonyms
clear,
certain,
positive,
decided,
sure,
obvious,
plain,
patent,
evident,
distinct,
pronounced,
glaring,
manifest,
blatant,
conspicuous,
palpable,
unequivocal,
unambiguous,
indisputable
in the sense of wonderful
Definition
causing surprise, amazement, or awe
This is a wonderful achievement for one so young.
Synonyms
remarkable,
surprising,
odd,
strange,
amazing,
extraordinary,
fantastic,
incredible (informal),
astonishing,
staggering,
eye-popping (informal),
marvellous,
startling,
peculiar,
awesome,
phenomenal,
astounding,
miraculous,
unheard-of,
wondrous (archaic, literary),
awe-inspiring,
jaw-dropping,
like a dream come true
All related terms of 'striking'
strike
walkout, industrial action, mutiny, revolt, stop-work or stop-work meeting
strike back
retaliate, hit back, pay (someone) back, reciprocate, take revenge