1
: unusual or extreme in a way that attracts attention
a place of striking [=remarkable] beauty
The poverty of the city is striking.
There is a striking resemblance between the girls.
The building's modern style is/stands in striking contrast to the surrounding neighborhood. [=is very different from the surrounding neighborhood]
2
: very attractive especially in an unusual or interesting way
a striking young man
an actress known for her striking good looks
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“Striking.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/striking. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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