CATCHPENNY Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

catchpenny

adjective

ˈkach-ˌpe-nē

Definition of catchpenny

as in sensational

arousing a strong and usually superficial interest or emotional reaction the novel's catchpenny title belies its serious literary ambitions

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sensational

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On the second play of the Chargers’ second possession, Herbert connected with wide receiver Quentin Johnston over the middle on a sensational 65-yard touchdown pass.

— Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
The capacity of most object narrators to travel in intimate proximity to human bodies prompted authors to relate sensational, fly-on-the-wall details about people’s private lives.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2026

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catchpenny

catchphrase

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