catching
Translation
catching, contagious, catchy
Examples
Her enthusiasm is catching.
Her enthusiasm is catching.
That song has a catching melody.
That song has a catching melody.
A catching disease spread through the school.
A catching disease spread through the school.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is catching Something is contagious or appealing. Her laughter is catching.
Similar Words
Synonyms: contagious, infectious, catchy, appealing; Antonyms: unappealing
Etymology
The present participle of the verb 'catch', used as an adjective. It implies something that 'catches' one's attention or a disease.
Memory Tips
Imagine a yawn 'catching' on and spreading from person to person. It's 'catching'!