Synonyms of catchphrases

catchphrases

noun

plural of catchphrase

as in slogans

an attention-getting word or phrase used to publicize something (as a campaign or product)

one of those advertising catchphrases that, if you think about them, don't mean much of anything

Synonyms & Similar Words

• slogans
• banners
• mottoes
• shibboleths
• taglines
• watchwords
• idioms
• clichés
• cries
• expressions
• maxims
• catchwords
• battle cries
• war cries

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of catchphrases

His pet names and catchphrases no longer pealed through the halls. — Mike Hogan, Vanity Fair, 24 Sep. 2026

Lance Oppenheim is using one of Chris Hansen’s famous catchphrases against him. — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Sep. 2026

The official account for the Pentagon’s chief technology officer, Emil Michael, has posted propaganda using Q catchphrases as military slogans. — Matthew N. Hannah, The Conversation, 25 Aug. 2026

So, naturally, Krukow has racked up many, many iconic catchphrases and quotes throughout the years. — Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 7 Aug. 2026

When listening to McElligott’s radio call, Blue Jackets fans could hear an unspoken homage to Penguins legendary broadcaster Mike Lange, whose gravelly goal calls and distinct, quirky catchphrases thrilled listeners. — Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026

The odd catchphrases, strained analogies, random noises and awkward jokes are well below the standard set by the other lead NFL analysts. — Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026

Republicans use metaphor to turn unpopular policies into perky catchphrases, leaving Democrats bewildered. — Richard Yanowitch, Mercury News, 29 July 2026

When bouncing off each other, the two are like a nuclear-power plant of millennial bon mots and catchphrases. — Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 27 July 2026