noteworthy

adjective

note·​wor·​thy ˈnōt-ˌwər-t͟hē 

: worthy of or attracting attention especially because of some special excellence

a noteworthy contribution

noteworthily

ˈnōt-ˌwər-t͟hə-lē 

adverb

noteworthiness

ˈnōt-ˌwər-t͟hē-nəs 

noun

Synonyms of noteworthy

• remarkable
• memorable
• notable

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

These underestimations of sea-level rise were particularly noteworthy in the Global South — specifically in Southeast Asia and the Pacific region. —Doyle Rice, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026

The brand also had some noteworthy sunglasses and bags which are budget-friendly ways to spruce up your look. —Essence Wiley, InStyle, 8 Mar. 2026

Connor Wong and Isiah Kiner-Falefa are the most noteworthy names in the Red Sox lineup, with Wong batting cleanup and starting at catcher and Kiner-Falefa batting second and starting at third base. —Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 8 Mar. 2026

The service Overall, the service was fine, but not noteworthy. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1552, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for noteworthy

• creditworthy
• untrustworthy
• blameworthy
• newsworthy
• praiseworthy
• trustworthy
• unworthy
• worthy

Kids Definition

noteworthy

adjective

note·​wor·​thy -ˌwər-t͟hē 

: worthy of note : remarkable

noteworthiness noun