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

• remarkable
• unforgettable
• noteworthy
• notable

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

The building and its original furniture, which Wright also designed, have been carefully preserved, as well as many of the family’s possessions, making the experience all the more memorable. —Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 5 July 2025

This was a memorable starter in the men’s singles between a 22-year-old and a 38-year-old. —Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025

While there have been a lot of memorable birthdays in the Big Brother house, nothing can top Keesha Smith’s big blowout. —Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 5 July 2025

The Cubs produced three sets of back-to-back homers on this memorable day, setting the franchise record for most in a single game. —Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 5 July 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