memorable

adjective

mem·​o·​ra·​ble ˈmem-rə-bəl How to pronounce memorable (audio)
ˈme-mə-rə-,
ˈme-mər-
: worth remembering : notable
a memorable occasion
a memorable performance
memorable quotations
memorableness noun
memorably
ˈmem-rə-blē How to pronounce memorable (audio)
ˈme-mə-rə-
ˈme-mər-
adverb

Examples of memorable in a Sentence

It was the most memorable line of the play. She gave a memorable performance.
Recent Examples on the Web Meanwhile, Jacob Elordi had a major fall playing a heartthrob in Saltburn and Elvis Presley in Priscilla, and Colman Domingo has skyrocketed to leading-man status after an Oscar nomination for Rustin and memorable turns in The Color Purple, Sing Sing, and Drive-Away Dolls. EW.com, 8 June 2024 Aside from his stage work, Scarfe made his film debut in 1963's The Bitter Ash, before going on to make memorable turns in Double Impact (1991) and Lethal Weapon 3 (1992). Jen Juneau, Peoplemag, 7 June 2024 Jason says that the most memorable part of the grand, multi-day celebration of his grandmother was seeing the entire town come out to watch the family process from the church to her final resting place. Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 7 June 2024 The performance highlights the intricate exchanges and rich harmonies that make this piece a cornerstone of the chamber music repertoire, offering audiences a profound and memorable musical experience. David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for memorable 

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Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Latin memorabilis, from memorare to remind, mention, from memor mindful

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of memorable was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Memorable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/memorable. Accessed 11 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

memorable

adjective
mem·​o·​ra·​ble ˈmem-(ə-)rə-bəl How to pronounce memorable (audio)
: worth remembering : notable
memorably adverb

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