noteworthy

adjective

note·​wor·​thy ˈnōt-ˌwər-t͟hē How to pronounce noteworthy (audio)
Synonyms of noteworthynext
: worthy of or attracting attention especially because of some special excellence
a noteworthy contribution
noteworthily adverb
noteworthiness noun

Examples of noteworthy in a Sentence

He gave several noteworthy performances during his short career. Nothing noteworthy happened that evening. Her art is noteworthy for its great quality and beauty.
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Given California’s overwhelmingly Democratic electorate, that would be a noteworthy upset. Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 6 Feb. 2026 But the class is also noteworthy for Belichick’s absence as at least 11 of the 50 voters opted against giving him a vote despite a career with 333 wins in the regular season and playoffs and the most Super Bowl titles of any head coach. Josh Dubow, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2026 There’s also an accompanying book that features must-read liner notes by Sedano (whose efforts to unearth, restore, and promote S-classification films have been beyond heroic), Shelagh Rowan-Legg, and other noteworthy film historians. Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 5 Feb. 2026 These qualities are noteworthy, sure, but the charming designs are bound to win you over. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for noteworthy

Word History

First Known Use

1552, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of noteworthy was in 1552

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“Noteworthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/noteworthy. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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noteworthy

adjective
note·​wor·​thy -ˌwər-t͟hē How to pronounce noteworthy (audio)
: worthy of note : remarkable
noteworthiness noun

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