adjective
hooky
Having catchy, memorable musical phrases.
The band's hooky new single stays in my head all day.
Etymology
In music, a hook is a phrase that catches the listener’s attention. The adjective ending describes music rich in those memorable, attention-catching phrases.
More examples
- A hooky guitar riff makes the song instantly recognizable.
- Her latest album pairs hooky melodies with surprisingly dark lyrics.
- The chorus is hookier than the verse.
Forms
hooky · hookier · hookiest
hook noun — A catchy, memorable phrase in music.
Similar words
- catchy
- Also describes memorable slogans or names, not just music.
- tuneful
- Emphasizes a pleasing melody rather than especially memorable musical phrases.