catchphrase

noun

catch·​phrase ˈkach-ˌfrāz 

ˈkech-

1

: a word or expression that is used repeatedly and conveniently to represent or characterize a person, group, idea, or point of view

2

: slogan sense 2

Synonyms of catchphrase

• slogan
• banner

Examples of catchphrase in a Sentence

popular catchphrases like “politically correct”

one of those advertising catchphrases that, if you think about them, don't mean much of anything

Recent Examples on the Web

The coach has become somewhat famous for his motivational speeches and catchphrases that showed how the South American was assimilating into the US spirit. — David Close, CNN Money, 7 July 2026

Fetty Wap is bringing his signature catchphrase to the sandwich world. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 24 June 2026

His catchphrase is chalked out beneath. — Jenna Thompson june 24, Kansas City Star, 24 June 2026

In my work as a psychologist and environmental scientist, critical thinking isn’t just a catchphrase. — Joe Árvai, The Conversation, 22 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1834, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for catchphrase

• ablaze
• airways
• allays
• always
• amaze
• anglaise
• appraise
• archways
• arrays
• ashtrays
• assays
• atpase