First Known Use: 15th century
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memorable
memorable
adjective mem·o·ra·ble \ˈmem-rə-bəl, ˈmə-mə-rə-, ˈme-mər-\
: very good or interesting and worth remembering
Full Definition of MEMORABLE
: worth remembering : notable <a memorable occasion>
— mem·o·ra·ble·ness noun
— mem·o·ra·bly \-blē\ adverb
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Examples of MEMORABLE
- It was the most memorable line of the play.
- She gave a memorable performance.
Origin of MEMORABLE
Middle English, from Latin memorabilis, from memorare to remind, mention, from memor mindful
Related to MEMORABLE
- Synonyms
- indelible, unforgettable
- Antonyms
- forgettable
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