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Synonyms

eye-catching

British  

adjective

  1. tending to attract attention; striking

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Other Word Forms

  • eye-catcher noun

Example Sentences

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That’s eye-catching considering that the Shanghai-based company has under 500 employees and has yet to turn a profit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Finding those less-heralded performers will be the challenge this season because the market is not overflowing with eye-catching players.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

One eye-catching proposal within the bill is a plan for “direct payments” to American citizens.

From Salon • Mar. 2, 2026

Martin O'Neill changed eight of his starting line-up and some of the fringe players put in eye-catching displays to secure the club's first ever win in Germany against the side fourth in the Bundesliga.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

The red lipstick and purple eye shadow that matches her muumuu somehow make her look regal, dazzling, eye-catching.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins