memorable

adjective

mem·​o·​ra·​ble ˈmem-rə-bəl How to pronounce memorable (audio)
ˈme-mə-rə-
ˈme-mər-
Synonyms of memorable
: worth remembering : notable
a memorable occasion
a memorable performance
memorable quotations
memorableness noun
memorably adverb

Examples of memorable in a Sentence

It was the most memorable line of the play. She gave a memorable performance.
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Mercury in Leo and your 1st House of Self sextiles Venus in your 3rd House of Communication, giving your voice warmth, charm, and memorable timing. Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026 His most memorable stop may have been with the Patriots for the 2013 and 2014 seasons. Pj Green august 13, Kansas City Star, 13 Aug. 2026 In their desperation to sound unique, applicants often think too outside the box, trying out unusual formats, elaborate metaphors, or intentionally quirky topics in an effort to seem memorable. Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 Cameron Young, who won The Players Championship, might have been the front runner until Ryan Fox made that memorable birdie on the 18th hole at Royal Birkdale to win the British Open. ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for memorable

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of memorable was in the 15th century

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“Memorable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/memorable. Accessed 17 Aug. 2026.

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memorable

adjective
: worth remembering : notable

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