attention-grabbing

attention-grabbing
attention-getting attention-getting attention-grabbing attention-grabbingadj. 1. seizing the attention attention-getting demonstration

Syn: eye-catching. [WordNet 1.5]

2. 1 likely to attract interest.

Syn: catchy. [WordNet 1.5]


The Collaborative International Dictionary of English. 2000.

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