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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
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Derived Forms

  • ˌ𳾴ǰˈٲ, noun
  • ˈ𳾴ǰ, adverb
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Other 51Թ Forms

  • o··i·ٲ o···Ա noun
  • o·· adverb
  • ܲ·o·· adjective
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51Թ 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
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of memorable1

C15: from Latin 𳾴ǰ, from 𳾴ǰ to recall, from memor mindful
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The image is a memorable one — a young kid finally free of the perceived trappings of his moneyed existence — but there are definitely other ways that scene can be understood.

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But one of the most memorable conversations I had at Westminster this week was with a vastly experienced senior figure, thoughtful and reflective and also not prone to exaggeration.

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With a tense final leg still in the balance, 'The Bullet' produced a brilliant 107 checkout to seal a memorable success.

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The championship games would end around 11:30 p.m. at the Sports Arena and watching the fans interact and go crazy was memorable itself.

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Here are some of his most memorable roles from his wide-ranging stage and screen career.

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What 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.

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What are some other forms related to memorable?

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

What are some synonyms for memorable?

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How ismemorable used in real life?

Memorable is almost always used positively.

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Which of the following words is a synonym for memorable?

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

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