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noteworthy

adjective

note·​wor·​thy ˈnōt-ˌwər-t͟hē How to pronounce noteworthy (audio)
: worthy of or attracting attention especially because of some special excellence
a noteworthy contribution
noteworthily adverb
noteworthiness noun

Examples of noteworthy in a Sentence

He gave several noteworthy performances during his short career. Nothing noteworthy happened that evening. Her art is noteworthy for its great quality and beauty.
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Word History

First Known Use

1552, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of noteworthy was in 1552

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“Noteworthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/noteworthy. Accessed 2 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

noteworthy

adjective
note·​wor·​thy -ˌwər-t͟hē How to pronounce noteworthy (audio)
: worthy of note : remarkable
noteworthiness noun

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