catchwords

Definition of catchwordsnext
plural of catchword
as in slogans
a word or phrase that is used repeatedly and conveniently to represent or characterize a person, group, idea, or point of view a catchword that appeared in every campaign ad

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Noun
  • His name also drew some of the loudest applause throughout the convention, and merchandise bearing his likeness and slogans was prominently displayed across the venue.
    Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 12 Apr. 2026
  • By applying legal methodologies to digital discourse, citizens can better distinguish facts from divisive slogans and propaganda.
    Staff, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Forty-some years later, his mottos are literally written on the walls.
    Brody Miller, New York Times, 13 Mar. 2026
  • They should then be joined by the Young Republicans who reportedly have been spouting Nazi mottos and ideas.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
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“Catchwords.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catchwords. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.

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