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arresting Antonyms

Opposite of arresting

Pinning down the opposite of arresting requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear adjective definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Strikingly attractive, impressive, or unusual in a way that immediately catches and holds the attention.

Usage Example

"The gallery centerpiece was an unremarkable portrait painted in vivid shades of cobalt and gold."

Strongest
unremarkable
ordinary
nondescript
Strong
forgettable
dull
humdrum
mundane
plain

Similar words to arresting

Words similar to arresting shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

striking
eye-catching
captivating
compelling
stunning
gripping
mesmerizing
riveting
See all synonyms of arresting

• Nearby Words

arrest
arrestable
arrestee
arresting
arrestingly
arrival
arrivals

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Arresting. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/arresting
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