quotable

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adjective

quot·​able ˈkwō-tə-bəl How to pronounce quotable (audio)
also ˈkō-
Synonyms of quotablenext
: fit for or worth quoting
quotability noun

quotability

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noun

quot·​abil·​i·​ty ˌkwōtəˈbilətē How to pronounce quotability (audio)
-ōtə-
-lətē
-i also ÷ˌkō-
: the quality or state of being quotable

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Adjective
Directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, who also helmed the first two Scary Movies, White Chicks quickly became a fan favorite and one of the most quotable movies of the early aughts. Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026 Along the way, Frank became known as one of the most quotable lawmakers in Congress. Steven Sloan, Fortune, 20 May 2026 The film went on to become a cult favorite, thanks in part to its quotable dialogue, swashbuckling action and ensemble cast that included Robin Wright, Mandy Patinkin, Billy Crystal and André the Giant. ABC News, 9 May 2026 Over the course of his 87 years, Turner proved an outstanding yachtsman, an active and involved sports team owner and a quotable maverick in the business world. Michael J. Socolow, The Conversation, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for quotable

Word History

Etymology

Noun

quotable + -ity

First Known Use

Adjective

1811, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of quotable was in 1811

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“Quotable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quotable. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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quotable

adjective
quot·​able ˈkwōt-ə-bəl How to pronounce quotable (audio)
: fit for or worth quoting

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