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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My most memorable taste, however, was the day’s market catch, a mix of little-neck clams, octopus, and tilefish, served in a bowl of savory brodo made from leftover fish bones and bits. Colleen McNally Arnett, Southern Living, 20 Aug. 2026 Constructed in three pieces and using real playing cards, the look became one of the series’ most memorable fashion moments. Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026 Before things got testy Wednesday night, Messi delivered a few memorable moments. Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026 Energy can create attention, and a memorable moment can create emotional recall. K.h. Koehler, Freep.com, 20 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 21 Aug. 2026.

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memorable

adjective
: worth remembering : notable

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