catches on
Finally gets it
Catches on means to understand or grasp something, especially after initial confusion: It took a while, but she finally caught on.
It also describes something gaining popularity or acceptance: The trend caught on quickly among teenagers.
A third sense means to become attached or snagged: Her sleeve caught on a nail.
- catchphraseSignature line of words
- understandsMentally grasps meaning
- spreadsDistributes over area
- goes viralSpreads rapidly online
- graspsHolds or comprehends
gets the picture · clicks · trend · fad · picks up steam · dawns · light bulb moment · sinks in · viral · takes off · popularity · traction
- mental actionsthinks, considers, understands, perceives, recognizes