NOTEWORTHY Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

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 is noteworthy because high levels of triglycerides and LDL cholesterol can cause arterial blockages, potentially leading to heart disease. — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 12 Sep. 2026 No disrespect to the players themselves, Burns said, but Dallas showing that level of concern this close to the start of the season is noteworthy. — Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 11 Sep. 2026 The Tigers have piled up the impressive numbers against two Division II opponents, but the offensive production is still noteworthy considering that Grambling lost offensive coordinator Shyrone Carey just weeks before the start of fall camp. — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Sep. 2026 This change was particularly noteworthy because credit ratings of Israel have fluctuated in the past few years. — Sharon Udasin, Sun Sentinel, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for noteworthy

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Adjective

Not one person, not one thing, but cycles of cumulative, relational and shared actions that are equal parts remarkable and common.

— Supriya Lopez Pillai, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
The Etruscan painted tombs of Tarquinia, Italy, dating from around the 7th to the 1st century BCE, have long been celebrated for their vivid iconography and remarkable state of preservation.

— Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of remarkable

Adjective

When done right, that organic buzz creates awareness, earns media attention and introduces the brand to a new market in a memorable way.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2026
For more than 50 years, with a few breaks in between, Squeeze has been making memorable tunes by marrying infectious pop melodies with sophisticated and literate lyrics, often about the complexity of relationships.

— Craig Rosen, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of memorable

Adjective

Why Connecticut Should Lead Connecticut has a unique opportunity to lead the nation in civics education because Senator Lieberman was one of its most distinguished public servants.

— Clarine Nardi Riddle, Hartford Courant, 7 Sep. 2026
One of America’s most distinguished pediatric cardiologists says the nation is in desperate shape with the end of Medicaid subsidies and the 28 million people who lack insurance.

— Llewellyn King, Boston Herald, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of distinguished

Adjective

Those are notable numbers for Turek in a state dominated by the GOP for the past decade; Turek has an edge among independent voters and a positive favorability rating compared to Hinson, who is viewed more negatively.

— Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 9 Sep. 2026
The notable instance came immediately after Brugge levelled at 1-1.

— Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of notable

Adjective

The Riemann hypothesis is arguably the most prestigious of the Millennium Prize Problems.

— Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 15 Sep. 2026
This was certainly true at Saturday night’s awards presentation, when the prestigious Golden Lion went to the Danish/Swedish/Latvian film Woman Unknown.

— Joe Reid, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of prestigious

Adjective

Old photos of Manchester United’s history fill the walls of the Old Nag’s Head public house in the city centre and many feature the club’s illustrious European history.

— Andy Mitten, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026
Steinberg, who was inducted into the California Sports Hall of Fame in 2017, has had many high-profile clients throughout his illustrious career.

— Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of illustrious

Adjective

Emilia Clarke and Emma D’Arcy, famous for playing Targaryen baddies, presented an award at the ceremony.

— Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Sep. 2026
To mark the beginning of the new football season, SI Swimsuit reshared photos Monday of NFL significant others who have posed for the famous swimwear issue, including Brittany Mahomes.

— Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2026

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