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 of memorable

• 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 Academy Awards, aka the Oscars, honor the top films of the past year in 24 categories, offering a mix of cinematic celebration, memorable red-carpet fashion moments and major star power under one roof. —Charlie Vargas, Oc Register, 11 Mar. 2026

Deep, confident and complete, the Gators are poised for another memorable postseason. —Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Mar. 2026

Spoelstra played a part in Adebayo’s memorable night, leaving him in the game to chase history despite the lopsided score. —Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 11 Mar. 2026

Spotting a moose or a pack of wolves on a carcass, for instance, helps resource management teams track animal activity and allows interpretive rangers to point other visitors toward memorable experiences. —Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026

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