English Dictionary
Definition of “notable”
notable (ˈnəʊtəbəll
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Definitions
adjective
- worthy of being noted or remembered; remarkable; distinguished
Alternative Forms
ˈnotableness noun Word Origin
C14: via Old French from Latin notābilis, from notāre to note
Synonyms
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remarkable,
marked,
striking,
unusual,
extraordinary,
outstanding,
evident,
pronounced,
memorable,
noticeable,
uncommon,
conspicuous,
salient,
noteworthy,
Usage examples
`I mean, you always led us to believe sex was notable by its absence.
Skelton, Alison Scott, An Older Woman (1993)It's a busy week for single releases with 14 new entries on the top 40. Amongst the notable bows, are Eurovision record breakers Jemini.
NME (New Musical Express) (2003)Sensible advice, but notable in its omission of social and emotional stress.
Globe and Mail (2003)'I believe we have achieved very notable accomplishments,' he said.
Glasgow Herald (2002)Mr Hurd, Foreign Secretary, won a notable success in knocking out references to decreasing the use of the veto by one country.
Boris Johnson, LEND ME YOUR EARS (2003)
