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catching

The word “catching” has 2 syllables: catch-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈkætʃɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for catching?

In the thesaurus, “catching” has 277 synonyms and 92 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for catching along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for catching

Antonyms for catching

Meanings of catching

  • verb
    1. (heading) To capture, overtake.
    2. (heading) To seize hold of.
    3. (heading) To intercept.
    4. (heading) To receive (by being in the way).
    5. (heading) To take in with one's senses or intellect.
    6. (heading) To seize attention, interest.
    7. (heading) To obtain or experience.
  • noun
    1. The action of the verb catch.
  • adjective
    1. Contagious.
    2. Captivating; alluring; catchy.

Example Sentences

  • The child is catching butterflies in the garden.
  • She kept catching mistakes in the report before it was printed.
  • We are catching the early train tomorrow morning.
  • He was catching snowflakes with his hands during the storm.
  • The song is catching the attention of listeners everywhere.

On this page you'll find 369 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to catching, such as: abducting, absorbing, accosting, actuating, advancing, anchoring, appreciating.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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