Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

catch someone's eye

idiom
/kæʧ ˈsʌmwʌnz aɪ/
Definition
To attract someone’s attention, especially in a positive or appealing way.
Examples
  • Her vibrant dress caught his eye as soon as she walked into the room.
  • The colorful advertisement is designed to catch the consumer’s eye.
  • During the art show, that painting really caught my eye.
Meaning
The phrase ‘catch someone’s eye’ refers to the act of attracting interest or notice, often through visual appeal or striking characteristics.
Synonyms
  • attract attention
  • draw interest
  • capture attention