CAT'S MEOW Synonyms: 57 Similar and Opposite Words

cat's meow

noun

Definition of cat's meow

as in beauty

something very good of its kind this flapper-style dress was the cat's meow back in the roaring 1920s

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Recent Examples of cat's meow Sandhu responded with a cat's meow that became an instant internet meme, while Harvey received criticism on Twitter for the question. — Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2021 Then light a candle and get ready for smiles all around at this cat's meow. — Joan Lang, Woman's Day, 5 Sep. 2019

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Noun

Meaning, beauty—existence itself— cannot compete with a banker on the banker’s terms.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026
Under his leadership, Quadrivio has developed a range of industry-specific funds, including the Made in Italy I and II funds, focused on fashion, design, beauty and food and wine.

— Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of beauty

Noun

However, his raging protectiveness over what might be lost — language, attire, ritual, even memory — grows more pronounced as Rio veers further into phantasmagoria by way of dreams and visions.

— Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 20 Sep. 2026
Hobson went on to extol Lucas’ vision and his ability to never waver from his dream for the museum.

— Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of dream

Noun

This, too, is a marvel of the modern Jewish state – the unusual multitasking of commuting and worshipping.

— Ben Corn, Christian Science Monitor, 19 Sep. 2026
Thousands had come to watch that night and marvel at the temporary lights illuminating the field.

— Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of marvel

Noun

Social media commentary on Heated Rivalry exploded after the series launch, conquering my Facebook page like no other pop culture phenomenon before it.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 Sep. 2026
The phenomenon extends beyond football — or Swift, for that matter.

— Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026

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