catching
Translation
infectious, contagious, attractive
Examples
His enthusiasm was catching.
His enthusiasm was catching.
A cold is a catching illness.
A cold is a catching illness.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is catching (sth.) is infectious or spreads easily Her good mood was catching.
((a)) catching ((noun)) an infectious or charming (noun) He has a catching smile.
Similar Words
Synonyms: infectious, contagious, charming, captivating
Etymology
From the present participle of the verb 'to catch'. It implies something that is easily 'caught' by others, like a disease or a mood.
Memory Tips
Think of a yawn 'catching on' and spreading through a room.