striking element
[ˈstraɪkɪŋ ˈɛləmənt]
nounpl: striking elements
elemento marcante
1. A distinctive or remarkable feature that catches attention and stands out noticeably
The striking element of the design was its bold use of color.
O elemento marcante do design era o uso ousado de cor.
2. A prominent or impressive component that makes something memorable or distinctive
The striking element in her presentation was the unexpected conclusion.
O elemento marcante na sua apresentação foi a conclusão inesperada.
3. In visual arts or design, a component that draws the viewer's eye due to its prominence
The red door was the striking element in an otherwise neutral room.
A porta vermelha era o elemento marcante numa sala por outro lado neutra.
This term is frequently used in Brazilian creative industries, design, advertising, and arts discourse when discussing what makes a work visually or conceptually memorable. In American English, it appears regularly in design criticism and curatorial language.
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