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How does the adjective remarkable differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of remarkable are conspicuous, noticeable, outstanding, prominent, salient, and striking. While all these words mean "attracting notice or attention," remarkable applies to something so extraordinary or exceptional as to invite comment.

a film of remarkable intelligence and wit

When is conspicuous a more appropriate choice than remarkable?

Although the words conspicuous and remarkable have much in common, conspicuous applies to something that is obvious and unavoidable to the sight or mind.

conspicuous bureaucratic waste

In what contexts can noticeable take the place of remarkable?

The synonyms noticeable and remarkable are sometimes interchangeable, but noticeable applies to something unlikely to escape observation.

a piano recital with no noticeable errors

Where would outstanding be a reasonable alternative to remarkable?

While in some cases nearly identical to remarkable, outstanding applies to something that rises above and excels others of the same kind.

honored for her outstanding contributions to science

When would prominent be a good substitute for remarkable?

The words prominent and remarkable are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, prominent applies to something commanding notice by standing out from its surroundings or background.

a doctor who occupies a prominent position in the town

When can salient be used instead of remarkable?

In some situations, the words salient and remarkable are roughly equivalent. However, salient applies to something of significance that merits the attention given it.

the salient points of the speech

When is it sensible to use striking instead of remarkable?

The words striking and remarkable can be used in similar contexts, but striking applies to something that impresses itself powerfully and deeply upon the observer's mind or vision.

the region's striking poverty

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of remarkable For any teenage prodigy, that represents a remarkable start to a career. Chris Waugh, New York Times, 16 May 2025 Please, go have yourself a remarkable Southern California day! Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025 This is clearly seen in the last decade of TIFF’s People’s Choice Award, whose winners and two runners-up have scored a remarkable 20 best picture Academy Award nominations. John Hopewell, Variety, 15 May 2025 For those interested in previewing these remarkable watches, 432 Park Avenue will open its exhibition space to the public on June 4th. Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 15 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for remarkable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for remarkable
Adjective
  • Sinner won a bizarre semifinal in his first tournament back from a three-month doping ban, while Alcaraz triumphed in a sloppy duel.
    Sam Settleman, New York Times, 17 May 2025
  • Known for its deluge of gruesome deaths that just get more bizarre with each iteration, Final Destination is now returning for a sixth movie.
    Rebecca Aizin, People.com, 16 May 2025
Adjective
  • This gap is especially noticeable in close relationships, such as those with family and close friends, where shared understanding is critical to maintaining connection.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025
  • The impact of that indirect heat was particularly noticeable in our onion test.
    Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 May 2025
Adjective
  • Participants in a trial reported a small – 9% – but nonetheless noteworthy improvement in their symptoms when combined with standard medication.
    Bronwyn Thompson, New Atlas, 11 May 2025
  • Throw in a pond, mature olive orchard, water access and panoramic Butte Valley views and the moderate asking price seems noteworthy: $988,000.
    David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 10 May 2025
Adjective
  • From the window of his 46th-floor downtown office, attorney Scott Sheftall noticed a strange, solitary cloud that worried him.
    Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 10 May 2025
  • Although strange, anachronistic, and exaggerated, this world still seems to reflect the same daily problems that all people endure.
    Matthew Carey, Deadline, 9 May 2025
Adjective
  • As one of silvaner’s most prominent and historic producers, Wirsching has spent much of her career introducing silvaner to the world.
    Anna Lee Iijima, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2025
  • The gym makes its most prominent return in the universe's seventh installment, the beginning of the Creed franchise.
    Mekishana Pierre, EW.com, 13 May 2025
Adjective
  • But Hollywood history is littered with near-castings for some of the most memorable characters that inevitably would've made their respective films (and these performers' careers) very different.
    EW Staff, EW.com, 18 May 2025
  • Reynolds previously paid tribute to Candy on the 25th anniversary of his death in 2022, sharing a reel of some of his most memorable onscreen moments.
    Glenn Garner, Deadline, 17 May 2025
Adjective
  • Our strength comes from funny stories and serious ones, too.
    Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
  • Both concluded that no, women could not be funny — where were any examples to the contrary?
    Laura Mills, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2025
Adjective
  • Think about incorporating brocade brilliance and making florals interesting in a dramatic way.
    Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
  • After all, these playoffs have been remarkably exciting to watch, full of upsets and dramatic finishes.
    Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 11 May 2025

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“Remarkable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/remarkable. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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