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adjective

ˈnō-tə-bəl How to pronounce notable (audio)
Definition of notablenext
1
as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement a panel made up of notable authorities on the virus

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2
as in noteworthy
worth remembering or mentioning predicts trends in the stock market with notable accuracy

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notable

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noun

ˈnō-tə-bəl How to pronounce notable (audio)
as in celebrity
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about directors, actors, and other notables at the annual gathering for the Academy Awards

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Recent Examples of notable
Adjective
Not only is Clark the most notable WNBA player (really the only notable player) to shoot logo threes, but State Farm built an entire marketing campaign around her long-distance triples. — Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026 Quite notable, in Lu’s estimation, is the geographical balancing that has taken shape since the last USFIA survey. — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 21 July 2026
Noun
The cruise ship that capsized in Puerto Vallarta in 2021 and launched several gay notables into the sea. — Jp Brammer, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026 Other notables in the field include Rory McIlroy, Matt Fitzpatrick, Russell Henley, Wyndham Clark, Tommy Fleetwood, and Scotland’s own Robert MacIntyre. — Zach Schenfisch, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for notable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for notable
  1. outstanding
  2. noteworthy
  3. celebrity
  4. distinguished
  5. remarkable
  6. star
  7. prestigious
  8. memorable
Adjective
  • Hawley criticized Fauci for accepting cash prizes from nonprofits that award money to people for outstanding achievements in given fields and for his embrace of celebrity at the height of the pandemic.
    — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 29 July 2026
  • Each being an outstanding and influential wine producing family, their collective power as a group is unparalleled.
    — Yuri Shima, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of outstanding
Adjective
  • Yet, a few noteworthy exceptions break the rule, offering something accessible to those who don’t know the city inside out.
    — Dinah McClintock, AJC.com, 30 July 2026
  • Russia’s Evolving Tactics and Technologies While the assault itself is noteworthy, the drone footage also provides insight into the latest Russian tactics and equipment.
    — Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of noteworthy
Noun
  • Goodtime, originally with celebrity backing from musician Pharrell Williams and entertainment mogul David Grutman, was auctioned off by lenders in a foreclosure action earlier this year.
    — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026
  • Even during the match, cameramen and directors were obsessed with seeking out celebrities.
    — Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 21 July 2026
Definition of celebrity
Adjective
  • Why make an honest attempt at distinguished music with such cheeky components?
    — Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 27 July 2026
  • Another distinguished guest is Bénédicte Epinay, executive director of Comité Colbert and a representative of the European Cultural and Creative Industries Alliance (ECCIA), which represents seven European luxury and creative industry organizations.
    — Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of distinguished
Adjective
  • However, a 2021 protection campaign has led to a remarkable turnaround, with the total weight of fish in the river tripling in the last few years after decades of decline.
    — Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 29 July 2026
  • This has truly been a passion project for me, and everyone involved has poured their hearts into honoring Bulgakov’s remarkable novel.
    — K.J. Yossman, Variety, 29 July 2026
Definition of remarkable
Noun
  • The ability to walk from your bed to the sand and stare at the sea is the star of the show here.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • Founder of the casual sushi bowl favorite Wabi Sabi, Perez Miranda is also the owner of Midorie and Ogawa in Little River, which earned a Michelin star in 2024.
    — Connie Ogle July 30, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026
Definition of star
Adjective
  • The film’s story is said to follow a young dancer at an elite ballet school who finally earns the lead in a prestigious recital, but her focus is shattered by a family tragedy.
    — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 30 July 2026
  • Today’s next generation of aspiring leaders is looking for more than a lucrative payout or a prestigious title.
    — Corey McQuade, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of prestigious
Adjective
  • Ultimately, hotels aim to curate memorable experiences, not just provide accommodation, with AI enhancing personalization while maintaining guest control.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
  • For a memorable performance in 2003, Carnegie placed part of the audience on the stage and interspersed the rest with the musicians on a platform erected above the orchestra seats.
    — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 29 July 2026
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