Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

to attract someone's attention

Phrase
/tə əˈtrækt ˈsʌmwʌnz əˈtɛnʃən/
Definition
To cause someone to notice or be interested in something.
Examples
  • She wore a bright red dress to attract someone’s attention at the party.
  • He raised his hand in an attempt to attract the teacher’s attention.
  • The advertisement was designed to attract someone’s attention quickly.
Meaning
This phrase refers to actions or methods used to draw someone’s focus or awareness towards a particular person, event, or object.
Synonyms
  • grab attention
  • draw attention
  • capture interest