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memorable

mem·o·ra·ble
M m

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [mem-er-uh-buh l]
    • /ˈmɛm ər ə bəl/
    • /ˈmem.ər.ə.bl̩/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [mem-er-uh-buh l]
    • /ˈmɛm ər ə bəl/

Definitions of memorable word

  • adjective memorable worth remembering; notable: a memorable speech. 1
  • adjective memorable easily remembered. 1
  • noun memorable Worth remembering or easily remembered, especially because of being special or unusual. 1
  • adjective memorable notable, impressive 1
  • adjective memorable easy to remember 1
  • adjective memorable Something that is memorable is worth remembering or likely to be remembered, because it is special or very enjoyable. 0

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Origin of memorable

First appearance:

before 1400
One of the 24% oldest English words
1400-50; late Middle English < Latin memorābilis worth mentioning, equivalent to memorā(re) to mention + -bilis -ble

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Parts of speech for Memorable

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

memorable popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

memorable usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for memorable

adj memorable

  • great — unusually or comparatively large in size or dimensions: A great fire destroyed nearly half the city.
  • impressive — having the ability to impress the mind; arousing admiration, awe, respect, etc.; moving; admirable: an impressive ceremony; an impressive appearance.
  • remarkable — notably or conspicuously unusual; extraordinary: a remarkable change.
  • famous — having a widespread reputation, usually of a favorable nature; renowned; celebrated: a famous writer. Synonyms: famed, notable, illustrious. Antonyms: unknown, obscure.
  • catchy — If you describe a tune, name, or advertisement as catchy, you mean that it is attractive and easy to remember.

adjective memorable

  • outstanding — prominent; conspicuous; striking: an outstanding example of courage.
  • extraordinary — Very unusual or remarkable.
  • haunting — remaining in the consciousness; not quickly forgotten: haunting music; haunting memories.
  • noteworthy — worthy of notice or attention; notable; remarkable: a noteworthy addition to our collection of rare books.
  • significant — important; of consequence.

Antonyms for memorable

adj memorable

  • insignificant — unimportant, trifling, or petty: Omit the insignificant details.
  • powerless — unable to produce an effect: a disease against which modern medicine is virtually powerless.
  • unimportant — of much or great significance or consequence: an important event in world history.
  • unknown — not known; not within the range of one's knowledge, experience, or understanding; strange; unfamiliar.
  • inconsequential — of little or no importance; insignificant; trivial.

adjective memorable

  • immemorable — That cannot be remembered or has been forgotten.

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