striking
striking Lexical Profile
striking Game Scores & Validity
• adjective
Attracting immediate attention by reason of being unusual, extreme, or prominent.
"There is a striking contrast between the historic stone architecture and the modern glass skyscrapers nearby."
Dramatically good-looking or visually impressive.
"The lead actress made a grand entrance on the stage, looking striking in a deep emerald gown."
Engaged in a formal work stoppage as a protest to secure better wages or working conditions.
"Negotiators met through the night in an effort to reach an agreement with the striking transit workers."
• noun
The action of hitting something or delivering a blow, especially in martial arts or combat sports, or in minting coins.
"The fighter spent the entire training camp improving his striking and footwork before the championship match."
The practice or instance of refusing to work as a form of organized labor protest.
"The new legislation restricts striking by essential public safety personnel during emergencies."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the present participle of the verb 'strike', from Old English 'strican' (to stroke, pass lightly over, or move), which shifted in Middle English to mean delivering a sharp blow or making a strong mental impression.