memorable

adjective

mem·​o·​ra·​ble ˈmem-rə-bəl How to pronounce memorable (audio)
ˈme-mə-rə-
ˈme-mər-
Synonyms of memorablenext
: 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.
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The brewery has made its mark with hop-forward ales that suit Chicago drinkers—confident, straightforward, and memorable. Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026 Both of their 2025 games were one-score affairs, the second of which was especially memorable. Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 16 May 2026 This year's awards show will feature big names, both presenting and accepting awards, as well as memorable performances throughout the night. Ilana Kaplan, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026 The concert will feature a full orchestra and chorus, along with returning artists from past seasons, highlighting memorable moments from the series’ two-decade history. Susan Soldavin, Baltimore Sun, 16 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for memorable

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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“Memorable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/memorable. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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memorable

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

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