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memorable

[ mem-er-uh-buhl ]

adjective

  1. worth remembering; notable:

    a memorable speech.

    Synonyms: celebrated, impressive, noteworthy

  2. easily remembered.


memorable

/ ˈmɛmrə-; ˈmɛmərəbəl /

adjective

  1. worth remembering or easily remembered; noteworthy
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Derived Forms

  • ˌmemoraˈbility, noun
  • ˈmemorably, adverb
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Other Words From

  • memo·ra·bili·ty memo·ra·ble·ness noun
  • memo·ra·bly adverb
  • un·memo·ra·ble adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of memorable1

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English, from Latin memorābilis “worth mentioning,” from memorā(re) “to mention” + -bilis -ble
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Word History and Origins

Origin of memorable1

C15: from Latin memorābilis, from memorāre to recall, from memor mindful
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Example Sentences

There have been plenty of memorable moments over the years, including her bursting into tears after spotting Celine Dion at her concert.

From BBC

Mescal has an element of unpredictable wildness, and when it’s allowed to come out it’s transfixing, though he’s largely kept on a leash, save for a few memorable scenes.

Series creator Matt Groening, in a statement to THR, praised his longtime collaborator’s memorable performances and said the “Simpsons” team will miss her contributions.

Here are seven of his most memorable moments.

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Of course, the award-winning, internationally renowned artist behind memorable installations at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival could have walked away altogether.

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What does memorable mean?

Memorable means easy to remember or worth remembering, especially due to being remarkable in a positive way.

Events, experiences, people, and things can be described as memorable. In all of these cases, the term is almost always used positively. The term unforgettable is a close synonym, but is perhaps even stronger.

Example: It was one of the most memorable moments I’ve ever experienced—I’ll never forget it.

Where does memorable come from?

The first records of the word memorable come from the 1400s. It comes from the Latin memorābilis, meaning “worth mentioning.” Several related words, like memory and remember, derive from the Latin root memor, meaning “mindful.”

Everyone has moments they’ll never forget. But describing a moment as memorable usually means it has stuck with us because it was important to us and positive. A first kiss, a special dinner, or a trip of a lifetime could all be described as memorable. But a moment doesn’t have to be grand to be memorable. Some memorable moments are simple—like a perfect summer day.

Describing a person as memorable indicates that they’ve made a strong impression—meaning you’re likely to remember them or think of them later. A person auditioning for a part or interviewing for a job wants to be memorable, especially if there are a lot of other candidates.

Other things commonly described as memorable are quotable lines from a movie, powerful speeches, and events in history—the kind where you’ll always remember where you were.

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What are some other forms related to memorable?

  • memorably (adverb)
  • memorability (noun)
  • memorableness (noun)
  • unmemorable (adjective)

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How is memorable used in real life?

Memorable is almost always used positively.

 

 

Try using memorable!

Which of the following words is a synonym for memorable?

A. mundane
B. forgettable
C. unremarkable
D. unforgettable

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