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Synonyms

eye-catching

British  

adjective

  1. tending to attract attention; striking

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Other Word Forms

  • eye-catcher noun

Example Sentences

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The most eye-catching provision is the 30% local value-added rule.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

Col Powell, Community Hub Manager at TCV Hollybush in Kirkstall, said they were an "eye-catching thing people will see on their commute if they are going through the station".

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

AI has produced eye-catching results in vulnerability discovery and bug hunting, while algorithms now handle security operation tasks that once required human analysts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Finding those less-heralded performers will be the challenge this season because the market is not overflowing with eye-catching players.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

Even with the corners of his mouth pulled down in distaste he’s eye-catching.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland

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