Advertisement

Advertisement

View synonyms for

memorable

[ mem-er-uh-buhl ]

adjective

  1. worth remembering; notable:

    a memorable speech.

    Synonyms: , ,

  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
Discover More

Derived Forms

  • ˌ𳾴ǰˈٲ, noun
  • ˈ𳾴ǰ, adverb
Discover More

Other Word Forms

  • o··i·ٲ o···Ա noun
  • o·· adverb
  • ܲ·o·· adjective
Discover More

Word History and Origins

Origin of memorable1

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English, from Latin 𳾴ǰ “worth mentioning,” from 𳾴ǰ() “to mention” + -bilis -ble
Discover More

Word History and Origins

Origin of memorable1

C15: from Latin 𳾴ǰ, from 𳾴ǰ to recall, from memor mindful
Discover More

Example Sentences

Examples have not been reviewed.

Villa are desperate for more more big European nights under the floodlights after memorable wins over the likes of Bayern Munich, Bologna and Celtic.

From

Even before their memorable and miraculous title achievement, though, he helped Leicester to their 'Great Escape' in the 2014-15 campaign where they won seven of their last nine games to avoid relegation under Nigel Pearson.

From

An abbreviated list of memorable train wrecks at first base:

From

As he nears his own memorable triumph, Bradley added that he has taken inspiration from golfer Rory McIlroy's success at the Masters last weekend.

From

Maguire agreed with his manager that the Old Trafford atmosphere was something that helped the players stage one of the most memorable comebacks.

From

Advertisement

Discover More

More About Memorable

doesmemorable 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 doesmemorable come from?

The first records of the word memorable come from the 1400s. It comes from the Latin 𳾴ǰ, 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.

Did you know ... ?

are some other forms related to memorable?

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

are some synonyms for memorable?

are some words that share a root or word element with memorable?

are some words that often get used in discussing memorable?

are some words memorable may be commonly confused with?

How ismemorable used in real life?

Memorable is almost always used positively.

Try usingmemorable!

Which of the following words is a synonym for memorable?

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

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement


memorabiliastmemorandum