Thesaurus
catching
adjective
Synonyms and Antonyms of CATCHING
1
capable of being passed by physical contact from one person to another <a cold is often catching before the symptoms even begin>
Related Words infectious, infective
Near Antonyms noninfectious
Antonyms noncommunicable
2
exciting a similar feeling or reaction in others <a catching smile that instantly puts patients at ease>
Related Words palpable, perceptible, tangible; irresistible (also irresistable), overpowering, overwhelming; disarming, endearing, fetching, inviting, winning, winsome
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