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noteworthy

adjective

ˈnōt-ˌwər-t͟hē

Definition of noteworthy

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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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 This would not be especially noteworthy, except this was the same research rejected by the CDC’s own flagship journal after objections from its acting director. — Wendy R. Anderson, Washington Post, 7 July 2026 The most noteworthy sales, however, offer markdowns of 30% or higher. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 6 July 2026 Other noteworthy nutrients in pinto beans include fiber, folate, and potassium. — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 5 July 2026 That in and of itself wasn’t noteworthy — ice after starts is a regular part of any pitcher’s recovery and arm care. — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for noteworthy

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Smith’s June letter is a remarkable move from the owner of a media company.

— Max Tani, semafor.com, 15 July 2026
That affords regenerative braking at a remarkable 600-kilowatt rate, without overcooking components.

— Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 15 July 2026

Definition of remarkable

Adjective

After dark, the remote far-western location and low levels of artificial light make this region an outstanding destination for viewing the Perseid meteor shower.

— Jamie Carter, Space.com, 15 July 2026
It was also nominated for 12 Emmy Awards, winning one for outstanding lead actress in a comedy series for Arthur in 1977.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 July 2026

Definition of outstanding

Adjective

Nothing makes this part of the chase memorable or important enough to merit a flash-forward, which turns it into a deflating blunder in a series that can’t afford to slow down.

— Ben Travers, IndieWire, 15 July 2026
Sporting Kansas City players enjoyed some memorable World Cup experiences over their break and in preparation for the rest of their MLS season.

— PJ Green July 15, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026

Definition of memorable

Adjective

Its method is both distinguished and derived from nineteenth-century classics, from which Rohmer distills a modernism of variety, ambiguity, complexity, and fragmentation.

— Richard Brody, New Yorker, 9 July 2026
Brand was inducted into the Iowa Wrestling Hall of Fame in 1972 and the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 1978 as a distinguished member.

— Norah Judson, Des Moines Register, 9 July 2026

Definition of distinguished

Adjective

The proof, like other notable AI achievements in math, required surprisingly little in the way of new ideas.

— Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 14 July 2026
The most notable change is the inclusion of real, functioning Starlink satellites inside Starship’s cargo bay.

— Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 14 July 2026

Definition of notable

Adjective

That fall, Yamal took home the Kopa Trophy at France Football magazine’s prestigious Ballon d’Or gala.

— Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 16 July 2026
Even after being added to the prestigious Nasdaq 100 and Russell 1000 stock indexes, which ordinarily would have sparked buying, the stock has fallen every single day, except for one, since then.

— Steve Kopack, NBC news, 16 July 2026

Definition of prestigious

Adjective

The guest spot marked his first time on a soap opera over his illustrious decades-long career.

— Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026
Lionel Messi leads all players with eight goals this year and set the World Cup record at 21 — and counting — in his illustrious career.

— Stephen Whyno, Twin Cities, 8 July 2026

Definition of illustrious

Adjective

That sequence would be remembered as one of the more famous, hilarious stretches in recent golf history, maybe even the core memory of Spieth’s ever-entertaining prime.

— Brody Miller, New York Times, 14 July 2026
Rather than occupying both the Roosevelt’s famous poolside cabanas and the hotel’s upper floor suites, next year, the Felix will restrict its offerings to the two-story cabanas, fostering a more personal and consolidated experience.

— News Desk, Artforum, 14 July 2026

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