catching

catching

adjective

Definition of CATCHING

1

capable of being passed by physical contact from one person to another <a cold is often catching before the symptoms even begin>

Synonyms catching, communicable, pestilent, transmissible, transmittable

Related Words infectious, infective

Near Antonyms noninfectious

Antonyms noncommunicable

2

exciting a similar feeling or reaction in others <a catching smile that instantly puts patients at ease>

Synonyms catching, epidemic, infectious, spreading

Related Words palpable, perceptible, tangible; irresistible (also irresistable), overpowering, overwhelming; disarming, endearing, fetching, inviting, winning, winsome