EYE-CATCHING Synonyms: 101 Similar and Opposite Words

eye-catching

adjective

Definition of eye-catching

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 Plus, a glass-like finish makes this moneyed mani a little more eye-catching. — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 15 Aug. 2026 While Garner’s skirt has a lace hem, the eyelet design on this option has a similar eye-catching effect. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 15 Aug. 2026 Garden Path Combo Along a stone path, Erin plants an eye-catching combo of blue spruce, purple ajuga, sedges, and copper coral bells. — Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 12 Aug. 2026 But the bright, eye-catching, electronic billboards have got plenty of people amped up. — Jeff Nguyen, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026 The Gold-Studded Structured Crossbody features a structured shape, luxe gold hardware and eye-catching studded details, bringing just the right amount of personality to any look. — ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026 The rooms The rooms pop with color, thanks to bright throws, eye-catching rugs, and botanical prints. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026 For an eye-catching effect, print them on fun cardstock or scrapbook paper. — Sarah Scott, Parents, 8 Aug. 2026 Now, IndieWire can exclusively share the poster for the studio’s first new film since 2019, which features an eye-catching image of the main character Prue and the film’s mysterious main antagonist, Alexandra. — Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 5 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for eye-catching

Adjective

Some treatments made a noticeable difference; others raised more questions than answers.

— John Vorwald, Robb Report, 16 Aug. 2026
The Kickstarter file came out dimensionally accurate, with good overhangs out to 85 degrees, but the stringing was noticeable and prominent.

— Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of noticeable

Adjective

Hidemasa Morita, the 31-year-old Japan midfielder signed from Lisbon’s Sporting CP, is struggling to build fitness in pre-season but is expected to be a prominent figure in a holding role.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Since his primary win, Lahn has met with party leaders and Iowa's prominent industry groups.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of prominent

Adjective

The score came in dramatic fashion, as Fields caught the pass from Dart after the QB had exited the game following a massive hit — more on that later — and was subsequently evaluated and cleared for a concussion.

— Charlotte Carroll, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
Neighbors come to hang out on the sunlit terrace overlooking the ocean with the dramatic mountains behind.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of dramatic

Adjective

Adrián Marín set up the play with his pass to Tiago as Orlando took what seemed to be a commanding lead in the second half.

— Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026
Arendt comes most fully alive, though, when Meyer lets her own extravagant, commanding voice carry the story forward.

— David Denby, New Yorker, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of commanding

Adjective

From Jordan Spieth trying to find his form, to rookie Jackson Koivun looking to continue a remarkable first season, to Scottie Scheffler chasing another Player of the Year honor, there is plenty to watch as the playoffs get underway.

— Tim Corlett, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Blending documentary and fictional elements, directors Michael Dweck and Gregory Kershaw pay homage to the remarkable and charming people whose zest for life shapes and preserves this unique region and its centuries-old culture.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of remarkable

Adjective

Alternatively, a less-than-impressive pre-season and a lack of transfer activity can leave supporters fearing the worst.

— The Athletic UK Staff, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
No more impressive lunar eclipse will occur until New Year’s Eve 2028, and in North America until June 26, 2029.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of impressive

Adjective

Jeffrey’s look flowed beautifully and his design was striking.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 14 Aug. 2026
Coach Regis Le Bris appears to have quelled that for this summer, citing a lack of other striking options beyond Brian Brobbey in a season where his side have European football to contend with on top of domestic matters.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of striking

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