# strikingly

**Pronunciation:** /ˈstraɪ.kɪŋ.li/ · STRI-king-lee

**CEFR level:** B1

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

In a way that is very noticeable and unusual, attracting attention.

## Examples

- Her resemblance to her mother was strikingly obvious.
- The two cases were strikingly similar, suggesting a connection.
- He was strikingly handsome, with sharp features and piercing blue eyes.

## Synonyms

- noticeably — Clearly apparent.
- remarkably — In a way that is surprising or unusual.
- conspicuously — In a way that is easily seen or noticed; obvious.
- arrestingly — In a way that captures attention and is very noticeable.

## Antonyms

- unnoticeably — In a way that is not easily seen or noticed.
- inconspicuously — In a way that avoids attracting attention or notice.

## Collocations

- strikingly similar — The two paintings were strikingly similar in style and subject matter.
- strikingly beautiful — The view from the mountain top was strikingly beautiful.
- strikingly different — Their personalities were strikingly different, yet they were best friends.
- strikingly effective — The new advertising campaign was strikingly effective in boosting sales.

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