memorable

adjective

mem·​o·​ra·​ble ˈmem-rə-bəl 

ˈme-mə-rə-,

ˈme-mər-

: worth remembering : notable

a memorable occasion

a memorable performance

memorable quotations

memorableness noun

memorably

ˈmem-rə-blē 

ˈme-mə-rə-

ˈme-mər-

adverb

Synonyms

• indelible
• unforgettable

Examples of memorable in a Sentence

It was the most memorable line of the play.

She gave a memorable performance.

Recent Examples on the Web

Throughout the 2024-25 school year, Fort Worth-area high school sports teams have captivated the community with memorable moments, accomplishments and more. —Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2025

Of the previous 19, the last Game 7 in 2016 between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Golden State Warriors had countless subplots, numerous memorable moments and one stunning outcome. —David Aldridge, New York Times, 22 June 2025

The eighth inning featured a memorable moment for Sox reliever Jacob Palisch. —Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2025

Rose raved about Tyrese Haliburton, who has had his fair share of memorable playoff moments this year. —Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 21 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Latin memorabilis, from memorare to remind, mention, from memor mindful

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

memorable

adjective

mem·​o·​ra·​ble ˈmem-(ə-)rə-bəl 

: worth remembering : notable

memorably

-blē 

adverb