notably

adverb

no·​ta·​bly ˈnō-tə-blē How to pronounce notably (audio)
Synonyms of notablynext
1
: in a notable manner : to a high degree
was notably impressed
2
: especially, particularly
… other powers, notably Britain and the United States …C. A. Fisher

Examples of notably in a Sentence

Several senior executives were notably absent from the proceedings. The film's plot was notably lacking.
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Most notably, though, the hotel is now home to the first JW Mindful Floor, where guests can book nine Mindful guest rooms, stocked with wellness amenities, and take advantage of perks like a spa credit and in-room breakfast. Lois Alter Mark, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026 Wavering even, say, half a gram off in your coffee weighing could mean a notably different outcome. Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Mar. 2026 Nick spent 14 years at ESPN covering the NBA, most notably as a reporter as well as a TV and radio commentator. Nick Friedell, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026 Compared to the West Elm sofa this replaced, the cushion on it is notably firm. Noah Kaufman, Architectural Digest, 7 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for notably

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of notably was in the 14th century

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“Notably.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/notably. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.

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