notable

adjective

no·​ta·​ble ˈnō-tə-bəl 

for sense 2 also

ˈnä- 

1

a

: worthy of note : remarkable

a notable improvement

b

: distinguished, prominent

a notable author

2

archaic : efficient or capable in performance of housewifely duties

notableness noun

Synonyms of notable

• outstanding
• distinguished
• prestigious
• noteworthy
• illustrious
• famous

Examples of notable in a Sentence

There are a few notable exceptions.

a panel made up of notable authorities on the virus

Recent Examples on the Web

One of the more notable recent moves involved left-hander Eric Lauer, who arrived in a trade from the Toronto Blue Jays after voicing some displeasure with how the team was utilizing him in the beginning of the season. —Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026

Watts' addition in Detroit was particularly notable in landing what's called an Expansion Foundational Offer, guaranteeing her an annual salary of no less than $100,000. —CBS News, 6 June 2026

Her choice of dress designer was notable as Wickstead is a favorite of the royal family, in particular, of Harriet's new royal cousin-in-law Kate. —Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026

Here are some of the most notable quotes of the week. —The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 6 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for notable

• potable
• quotable

Kids Definition

notable

1 of 2 adjective

no·​ta·​ble ˈnōt-ə-bəl 

1

: deserving special notice : remarkable

a notable sight

2

: distinguished, prominent

a notable writer

notably

-blē

adverb

notable

2 of 2 noun

: a famous person