noteworthy

adjective

ˈnōt-ˌwər-t͟hē How to pronounce noteworthy (audio)
Definition of noteworthynext
1
as in remarkable
worth remembering or mentioning former neighbors claimed that there was nothing noteworthy about the serial killer who had once quietly lived among them

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2
as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement winner of the Nobel Prize for his noteworthy contributions to the field of genetics

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Recent Examples of noteworthy While their 1971 debut, ZZ Top’s First Album, failed to chart or spawn any noteworthy singles, the group steadily developed a reputation on the road. — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 18 Aug. 2026 Schofield said that involvement makes the opening numbers particularly noteworthy. — Christina Dugan Ramirez , Ashley Papa , Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2026 Sinister, meanwhile, is one of the most noteworthy villains of the X-Men as a geneticist with the technology to clone and manipulate DNA. — Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Aug. 2026 Here are several noteworthy survivors and casualties, including proposals authored by Bay Area lawmakers involving artificial intelligence, environmental regulation, public safety, insurance and animal welfare. — John Woolfolk, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for noteworthy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noteworthy
  1. remarkable
  2. outstanding
  3. memorable
  4. distinguished
  5. notable
  6. prestigious
  7. illustrious
  8. famous
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  • With the remarkable rise in online food delivery, many restaurants struggle to balance service and food prep for diners in their establishments while also preparing staging and queuing delivery for takeout orders.
    — George C. Lee II, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Sean and Ray have earned a remarkable reputation for championing distinctive filmmakers and original ideas.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of remarkable
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  • Colbert also made a virtual appearance last week to accept the award for outstanding achievement in variety, talk or sketch from the Television Critics Association Awards.
    — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Wright has had an outstanding camp coming off his best season.
    — Kevin Fishbain, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of outstanding
Adjective
  • My interest came from learning folk songs, memorable stories passed down over the generations in an oral sense before the American music business cut it up and started handing out ownership of copyrights and publishing.
    — Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2026
  • One of the most memorable moments comes at the film’s end, when Wadsworth runs about the mansion, trying to summarize the night’s events and explain the identity of the killer.
    — Rebecca Schneid, Time, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of memorable
Adjective
  • Gonzalez decided to retire after a distinguished retail career spanning more than four decades.
    — David Moin, Footwear News, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Capers rolled in his wheelchair alongside close friends and family members down a long Pentagon hallway as hundreds of friends, supporters, and distinguished guests gave a long overdue hero’s reception.
    — Ethan Rocke, Charlotte Observer, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of distinguished
Adjective
  • This year’s discussion touched on the team’s current positive vibes, the recent addition of Von Miller, their rookie class and other notable performers in camp.
    — Jon Machota, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Here are a few other notable towns that ranked among LendingTree’s top 50 for median home value.
    — Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of notable
Adjective
  • As the season has progressed, two players have been most often discussed by fans and media as the main contenders for the prestigious award.
    — Annie Costabile, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Prince George, having just turned 13, is due to start at Eton College, a prestigious boarding school for boys, in September.
    — Sameen Chaudhry, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of prestigious
Adjective
  • Moving forward, the trailer offers a look at the illustrious filmmakers and actors the festival has welcomed over its past 25 editions, with Bruce Springsteen, Nas and others speaking about the power of art.
    — Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 20 Aug. 2026
  • During a Starlink launch this past April, for example, the booster performed the 600th landing of an orbital rocket in SpaceX's illustrious history.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of illustrious
Adjective
  • Celebrity has always been commercial, and famous people have always converted attention into money.
    — Laura Jung, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2026
  • These waves destroyed a large section of the famous Santa Monica Pier and caused widespread coastal flooding in San Francisco Bay communities.
    — Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026
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“Noteworthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noteworthy. Accessed 28 Aug. 2026.

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