as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
Brad needs an eye-catching slogan for his campaign for president of the student body
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Recent Examples of eye-catching
This set will make for an eye-catching display in your home, and a fun one for guests to play with.
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Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 4 Feb. 2026
His physical profile was eye-catching and offers something different, with Palace seeking to put more crosses into the area.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
While a tweed suit and ruffle blouse can feel a little stuffy and traditional, these eye-catching, glittering gold necklaces add a welcome touch of shine to give this look a fresh feel.
—Abby Morgan Lebet, Glamour, 3 Feb. 2026
Amazon’s selection of crossbody bags includes several eye-catching finds, including designer crossbody bags from Michael Kors and Calvin Klein, all for under $100.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Sneakers are an effortless way to add visual interest—just look to Onitsuka Tiger’s Mexico 66 in silver, a favorite among multiple of our editors, for an eye-catching accent that feels perfectly primed for spring.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2026
Its eye-catching color scheme is as bold as its coordinating blue pumps.
—Samantha Brash, InStyle, 28 Jan. 2026
The brunch menu is eye-catching, too, with bananas Foster French toast, a rock cod sandwich, and a seafood platter, among other options.
—Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026
Of these, the first three are quiet shades, the purple a little brighter and fox orange more eye-catching.
—David Phelan, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 4 Feb. 2026
His physical profile was eye-catching and offers something different, with Palace seeking to put more crosses into the area.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
While a tweed suit and ruffle blouse can feel a little stuffy and traditional, these eye-catching, glittering gold necklaces add a welcome touch of shine to give this look a fresh feel.
—Abby Morgan Lebet, Glamour, 3 Feb. 2026
Amazon’s selection of crossbody bags includes several eye-catching finds, including designer crossbody bags from Michael Kors and Calvin Klein, all for under $100.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Sneakers are an effortless way to add visual interest—just look to Onitsuka Tiger’s Mexico 66 in silver, a favorite among multiple of our editors, for an eye-catching accent that feels perfectly primed for spring.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2026
Its eye-catching color scheme is as bold as its coordinating blue pumps.
—Samantha Brash, InStyle, 28 Jan. 2026
The brunch menu is eye-catching, too, with bananas Foster French toast, a rock cod sandwich, and a seafood platter, among other options.
—Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026
Of these, the first three are quiet shades, the purple a little brighter and fox orange more eye-catching.
—David Phelan, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eye-catching
Adjective
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The rich brown shade imparts barely-noticeable color that subtly brightens my gaze, while lifting and separating each lash with just a few swipes.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
3 Feb. 2026
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That’s why her recent absence has been so noticeable.—
Barry Svrluga,
Washington Post,
3 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Healthcare Failures That Put Lives at Risk Healthcare has emerged as an increasingly prominent concern in recent reports.—
Walter Pavlo,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Medical imaging, including radiology — X-rays, mammograms, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and ultrasound — is a prominent area for AI diagnostic tools.—
Peter Shen,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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That led to Charles’ extraordinary decision to strip Andrew of his royal titles and evict him from the royal estate in Windsor – the British monarch’s most dramatic attempt to quell the scandal over the disgraced former prince’s links to Epstein.—
Max Foster,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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Cinema and poetry often inspire Rose with her namesake designs, bringing a dramatic edge to feminine styling that still yields to strength and confidence.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
4 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The President demoted Greg Bovino, the commanding agent in charge of the roving patrols that have besieged Los Angeles, Chicago, Charlotte, and Minneapolis.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
New Yorker,
1 Feb. 2026
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Arsenal have allowed their previously commanding lead to slip in recent weeks while Nottingham Forest and West Ham have both found form to boost their chances of avoiding relegation.—
Graham Ruthven,
New York Times,
31 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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To locals, gators are no more remarkable than ducks, though occasionally more disruptive.—
Phil Thomas,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
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Indeed, Harvard’s turnaround has been so remarkable that at our recent Yale Higher Education Leadership Summit, Harvard President Alan Garber received the Yale Legend in Leadership Award.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Fortune,
1 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Bieniemy could inject some new ideas after an impressive stint as running backs coach under Ben Johnson for the Chicago Bears who ranked third in the NFL in rushing yards while winning their division during Bieniemy’s only year there.—
Jeff Fedotin,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Snow, sleet and ice totals have been impressive, ranging from 1 to 5 inches.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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One of the most striking demonstrations involved encoding an image of the Mona Lisa into the smart skin.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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While the extremely volatile cryptocurrency has been put through the wringer on several occasions over the years, the decline comes at a striking moment.—
Victor Tangermann,
Futurism,
5 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Eye-catching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eye-catching. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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