Definition
引人瞩目 is a four-character set phrase (成语) meaning 'to attract attention' or 'to be eye-catching'. It describes something that stands out so much that people naturally turn to look. Unlike the English 'spectacular', which implies grandeur or impressiveness, 引人瞩目 can also describe something unusual, controversial, or simply very noticeable. It is often used in formal or written contexts, such as news reports or speeches.
f.e.
to attract attentionto be eye-catchingnoticeableconspicuous
Examples
- 引人瞩目。Tā de xīn fàxíng fēicháng yǐn rén zhǔ mù.Her new hairstyle is very eye-catching.
- 引人瞩目。Zhè cì bǐsài de guànjūn duìwǔ shífēn yǐn rén zhǔ mù.The championship team in this competition is very conspicuous.
- 引人瞩目。Zhège chéngshì de xīn jiànzhù qún géwài yǐn rén zhǔ mù.The new building complex in this city is especially noticeable.
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