adj
Uncommon
arresting
uh-REHS-tihng
Arresting (adj) means Very striking or attention-grabbing. Example: “The photograph had an arresting image of a lone tree in the snow.”
adj
1
Very striking or attention-grabbing.
"The photograph had an arresting image of a lone tree in the snow."
How to use arresting
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSo striking or eye-catching that it stops you and grabs your attention.
Common pairings
arresting image
arresting sight
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more arresting
- Superlative
- most arresting
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The photograph had an _____ image of a lone tree in the snow.
Synonyms
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Related words
Rhymes for arresting
testing
resting
nesting
investing
harvesting
suggesting
protesting
contesting
interesting
uninteresting
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Frequently asked questions
What does “arresting” mean?
The word “arresting” means very striking or attention-grabbing. In plain terms, so striking or eye-catching that it stops you and grabs your attention.
How do you pronounce “arresting”?
“Arresting” is pronounced uh-REHS-tihng (/əˈɹɛstɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “arresting” in a sentence?
Here is “arresting” used in a sentence: “The photograph had an arresting image of a lone tree in the snow.”
What part of speech is “arresting”?
“Arresting” is an adjective.
Is “arresting” a common word?
“Arresting” is an uncommon word in modern English.
