catchier; catchiest
1
a
: tending to catch the interest or attention
a catchy title
b
: easily retained in the memory
a catchy melody
3
: tricky
a catchy question
catchiness
noun
the song's catchiness
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I can't think of a catchy name for my blog.
The new slogan isn't as catchy as the old one.
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For starters, the director suggested that Abrams get rid of the showy flash-forward scene that the script originally started with, begrudgingly written by Abrams upon the insistence of some who tried to convince him that the kick-off needed a catchy hook.
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Tomris Laffly, TIME, 4 Nov. 2024
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The comedy great — whose work always includes catchy soundtracks and surprising musician cameos — last brought the road show to the festival in 2015, and his guests then were good buddy Adam Sandler and Mike Birbiglia.
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Tomris Laffly, TIME, 4 Nov. 2024
The track showcases how hip-hop and country can seamlessly intertwine, appealing to fans of both genres with its catchy hooks and cross-genre appeal.
—Spin Contributor, SPIN, 23 Oct. 2024
The comedy great — whose work always includes catchy soundtracks and surprising musician cameos — last brought the road show to the festival in 2015, and his guests then were good buddy Adam Sandler and Mike Birbiglia.
—Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2024
Where to watch or stream: Tubi, Amazon Prime Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood
This animated show features an adorable young tiger, catchy songs, and relatable stories.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 28 Oct. 2024
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“Catchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/catchy. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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catchy
adjective
ˈkach-ē 
ˈkech-ē
catchier; catchiest
1
: likely to attract attention
2
: easily remembered
catchy lyrics
3
: tricky sense 2
a catchy question
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