Meaning & use
eye-catching
Attracting immediate attention because of a striking, colorful, or unusual appearance.
See it in a sentence
The store's eye-catching window display drew shoppers in from across the street.
She wore an eye-catching red dress that stood out at the party.
A note on using this word
Eye-catching describes visual appeal specifically; use 'noteworthy' or 'compelling' for something that grabs attention without a visual element.
Words with a similar meaning
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Words with an opposite meaning
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