catchy

UK: ˈkætʃi | US: ˈkætʃi

Definition
  1. adj. (of a tune or phrase) pleasing and easily remembered

  2. adj. (of a title or advertisement) designed to attract attention

Structure
catch <to seize or capture>y <adjective suffix>
Etymology

The word "catchy" derives from the verb "catch," which originates from Old Northern French cachier ("to chase, capture"), itself from Latin captare ("to seize"). The suffix "-y" is a productive English adjectival suffix indicating "having the quality of." Thus, "catchy" literally means "having the quality of catching (attention or memory)," reflecting its modern meanings of being memorable or attention-grabbing.

Examples
  1. The song's catchy melody made it an instant hit.

  2. Advertisers often use catchy slogans to promote products.

  3. Her presentation had a catchy title that drew everyone's interest.

  4. The jingle was so catchy that I couldn't stop humming it.

  5. A catchy headline can significantly increase readership.