adverb
strikingly
Strikingly (adverb) means In a way that is very noticeable or impressive. Example: “The two paintings are strikingly similar in style.”
adverb
1
In a way that is very noticeable or impressive.
"The two paintings are strikingly similar in style."
"She looked strikingly confident for someone giving her first speech."
How to use strikingly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishVery noticeably; to an impressive or surprising degree.
Common pairings
strikingly similar
strikingly beautiful
strikingly different
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more strikingly
- Superlative
- most strikingly
Fill the gap
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The two paintings are _____ similar in style.
Etymology
From striking plus the adverb suffix -ly.
Rhymes for strikingly
kingly
tingly
lovingly
amazingly
willingly
seemingly
mockingly
knowingly
alarmingly
annoyingly
shockingly
stunningly
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Frequently asked questions
What does “strikingly” mean?
The word “strikingly” means in a way that is very noticeable or impressive. In plain terms, very noticeably; to an impressive or surprising degree.
How do you use “strikingly” in a sentence?
Here is “strikingly” used in a sentence: “The two paintings are strikingly similar in style.”
What part of speech is “strikingly”?
“Strikingly” is an adverb.
What is the meaning of strikingly?
"strikingly" (adverb) means in a way that is very noticeable or impressive.
