memorable

adjective

mem·​o·​ra·​ble ˈmem-rə-bəl How to pronounce memorable (audio)
ˈme-mə-rə-,
ˈme-mər-
: worth remembering : notable
a memorable occasion
a memorable performance
memorable quotations
memorableness noun
memorably
ˈmem-rə-blē How to pronounce memorable (audio)
ˈme-mə-rə-
ˈme-mər-
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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However, there were some equally memorable moments that weren't caught by the TV cameras. Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025 First: get some memorable speeches out of a bunch of celebrities packed into a ballroom and plied with booze on national television. David Sims, The Atlantic, 6 Jan. 2025 Its legacy aligns beautifully with Eden Rock's philosophy of offering unparalleled luxury and unique, memorable moments. Jillian Dara, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 Known for its glamorous red carpet moments and memorable speeches, the ceremony typically runs around three hours, so grab your popcorn and settle in for a dazzling night celebrating the best in film and television. Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025 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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Cite this Entry

“Memorable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/memorable. Accessed 14 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

memorable

adjective
mem·​o·​ra·​ble ˈmem-(ə-)rə-bəl How to pronounce memorable (audio)
: worth remembering : notable
memorably adverb

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