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striking Antonyms

Opposite of striking

Because the opposite of striking shifts with each meaning, the 10 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Attracting immediate attention by reason of being unusual, extreme, or prominent.

Usage Example

"There is a unremarkable contrast between the historic stone architecture and the modern glass skyscrapers nearby."

Strongest
unremarkable
ordinary
inconspicuous
Strong
unnoticeable
commonplace
nondescript

• adjective (Context 2)

Dramatically good-looking or visually impressive.

Usage Example

"The lead actress made a grand entrance on the stage, looking plain in a deep emerald gown."

Strongest
plain
Strong
unattractive
homely
drab

Similar words to striking

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

stunning
noticeable
work stoppage
eye-catching
remarkable
hitting
conspicuous
arresting
See all synonyms of striking

• Nearby Words

strikeforce
strikeout
striker
striking
strikingly
string
string bean

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