Stark

/stɑrk/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Sharp or severe in appearance or outline.

The stark mountains against the clear blue sky created a breathtaking view.

Complete; utter.

There was a stark contrast between her bright dress and the dull surroundings.

Unpleasantly or sharply clear; impossible to avoid.

The stark reality of the situation hit him as he walked through the devastated area.

Strongly defined; clear-cut.

The stark lines of the building's architecture impressed all who visited.

adverb

In a clear and distinct manner.

He starkly distinguished himself from his peers by his innovative ideas.

Middle English 'stark', from Old English 'styrce' meaning strong or stiff.

stark naked

completely unclothed.

stark raving mad

completely insane.

starkness

the quality of being stark or severe.

starkly

in a stark manner.

really intense or extreme.

That movie was stark!

cool or impressive.

Check out that stark ride!