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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Coach Jim Harbaugh sat several of his starters, most notably quarterback Justin Herbert, safety Derwin James and OLB Tuli Tuipulotu. CBS News, 5 Jan. 2026 Many park leaders continue to predict the new parking fees will notably suppress attendance at the park’s museums and other attractions, while also reducing membership in clubs focused on bridge, lawn bowling and other activities. David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026 Opus is a bonafide local celebrity who has been a hard-pounding drummer in several long-running local bands, notably Dead by Wednesday and the Black Sabbath tribute Earth. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 4 Jan. 2026 Roadsters have an overall driving appeal, notably with tops retracted. James Raia, Mercury News, 4 Jan. 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 8 Jan. 2026.

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