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

• indelible
• unforgettable

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

Here, Vogue pays tribute to Doherty’s life and career with a look back at some of her most memorable screen roles—and some deliciously ’90s moments on the red carpet. —Manon Garrigues, Vogue, 14 July 2024

Those girl-power undertones didn’t stop Brenda from battling Kelly (Jennie Garth, also rumored to be Doherty’s biggest behind-the-scenes rival) for Dylan in one of the show’s most memorable storylines. —Judy Berman, TIME, 14 July 2024

While external threats and ticking clocks are effective, some of the most memorable suspenseful scenes are driven by internal conflict. —Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 12 July 2024

This ability to completely morph into her character is perhaps most evident in one of her most memorable roles as Wendy Torrence in The Shining. —Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 11 July 2024

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