Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stark

adjective
/stɑːrk/
Definition
Stark describes something that is sharply clear or distinct, often in appearance or contrast.
Examples
  • The stark landscape was barren and desolate.
  • She wore a stark white dress that stood out against the dark background.
  • His stark honesty surprised everyone in the room.
Meaning
Stark can convey a sense of harshness or severe clarity in terms of appearance, condition, or reality.
Synonyms
  • bare
  • bleak
  • severe
  • sharp
  • distinct