6
impressive(adjective, extraordinary, unusual, wonderful, exceptional)
6
uncommon(adjective, solid, extraordinary, unusual, strange)
6
unusual(adjective, solid, extraordinary, strange, superb)
5
abrupt(adjective, shock, wonderful, quick, unexpected)
5
electrifying(adjective, shocking, remarkable, astonishing, astounding)
5
eye-catching(remarkable, conspicuous, noticeable)
5
frightening(verb, adjective, alarming)
5
incredible(adjective, extraordinary, unusual, strange, superb)
5
scaring(verb, alarming)
4
arresting(adjective, solid, extraordinary, unusual, wonderful)
4
exceptional(adjective, solid, extraordinary, unusual, strange)
4
jarring
4
marvellous
4
precipitate(adjective, abrupt, unexpected, sudden)
4
prodigious(adjective, unusual, wonderful, great, extraordinary)
4
spectacular(adjective, extraordinary, unusual, amazing, astonishing)
3
alerting(verb, alarming)
3
dismaying(verb, alarming)
3
dumbfounding
3
fantastic(adjective, great, unusual, strange, superb)
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