What is "arresting" in English? Definition and Explanations

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What does arresting mean in English? Meaning of arresting definition and abbreviation with examples.

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What is "arresting" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "arresting": commanding attention

Adjective

  • Meaning: commanding attention
  • Example: an arresting drawing of people turning into animals a sensational concert--one never to be forgotten a stunning performance
  • Synonyms: arresting sensational stunning
  • Similar: impressive
  • Synonyms:

    salient, impressive, remarkable, striking, eye-catching, extraordinary, stunning, pronounced, pointed, bold, conspicuous, notable, observable, outstanding, prominent, sensational,

    Antonyms:

    unimportant, usual, unimpressive, normal, ordinary, homely, ugly,

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    arresting in English: arresting
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