EYE-CATCHERS Synonyms: 13 Similar and Opposite Words

eye-catchers

noun

plural of eye-catcher

as in eyesores

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visions

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eye-catchers

Noun

Using a damp cloth, with mild detergent if desired, to wipe your shutters clean prevents significant buildup and removes eyesores like bird droppings and large cobwebs.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2026
Overnight, one of pet ownership’s most stubborn little eyesores had an architectural solution.

— Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2026

Definition of eyesores

Noun

Yet when the latter is replaced by the abbreviation algol (Algorithmic Language), a whole other order of reference comes into view, involving celestial movements and mythic monstrosities.

— Jan Tumlir, Artforum, 5 Aug. 2026
Protein bars have come a long way from the chalky monstrosities that lined shelves not long ago.

— David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 23 Feb. 2026

Definition of monstrosities

Noun

While Nikki is freed from Bear’s original wish, she’s left with all of the horrors that came from it — including the deaths of her friends, by her hands.

— Kelly Allen, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026
The institute Asher works for has used AI to tap into the memories of the oldest living creatures on earth (the giant sea turtle), unearthing testimony of the long history of mankind’s horrors.

— John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of horrors

Noun

Generations of families, visitors and vacationers have been walking the boards, soaking in the sights and experiencing a key piece of Atlantic City's history.

— Ryan Hughes, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
Other images saw the Babygirl actress taking in the serene sights of Iceland, then soaking in a hot tub while onboard the vessel.

— Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of sights

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