striking
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.very unusual or beautiful in a way that makes you notice it immediately.
adj.attracting attention by being unusual, extreme, or prominently beautiful.
Simple“The contrast between the white sand and the dark blue water was very striking.”
In context“The most striking feature of the new library is its glass roof, which allows natural light to reach every floor of the building.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.refusing to work because of an argument with an employer about pay or conditions.
adj.participating in industrial action by refusing to work. This sense is non-gradable.
Simple“The striking workers stood outside the factory gates with signs.”
In context“The union provided financial support to the striking miners throughout the winter months to ensure their families had basic necessities.”
Synonyms - 03 B1 Intermediate
v.the action of hitting something, or a thought suddenly coming to your mind.
v.the present participle of 'strike', used for physical impact, sudden realization, or the sounding of a clock.
Simple“He was striking the nail with a heavy hammer.”
In context“It was striking how quickly the atmosphere in the room changed once the results were announced.”
- 04 C1 Advanced
n.the act of one thing hitting another.
n.the action or instance of hitting or being hit.
Simple“The striking of the clock at midnight was the only sound in the house.”
In context“The repeated striking of the metal against the stone eventually caused the ancient wall to crumble.”
Usage striking findings · arise striking · particularly striking
“Since the US and Israel began striking Iran at the end of February, data from maritime intelligence company Kpler indicates there have been 67 strikes on vessels in the vicinity of the strait.”
“The lack of smartphones in these photos is striking.”