noteworthy

adjective

ˈnōt-ˌwər-t͟hē How to pronounce noteworthy (audio)
Definition of noteworthynext
1
as in remarkable
worth remembering or mentioning former neighbors claimed that there was nothing noteworthy about the serial killer who had once quietly lived among them

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2
as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement winner of the Nobel Prize for his noteworthy contributions to the field of genetics

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Recent Examples of noteworthy Top-150 prospect Landon Duckworth is a noteworthy addition to the position group. — Antonio Morales, New York Times, 27 July 2026 So her lighthearted moment with her former tormentor was noteworthy, and not lost on Negan. — Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 27 July 2026 The timing of the post is noteworthy, considering later today Tesla CEO Elon Musk is expected to provide an update on the progress of the company’s Robotaxi service during its second quarter earnings call. — Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 21 July 2026 With the World Cup, Wimbledon, and Hollywood premieres all happening in tandem, there has been no shortage of athletes and actors rocking noteworthy watches this week. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 18 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for noteworthy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noteworthy
  1. remarkable
  2. outstanding
  3. memorable
  4. distinguished
  5. notable
  6. prestigious
  7. illustrious
  8. famous
Adjective
  • However, a 2021 protection campaign has led to a remarkable turnaround, with the total weight of fish in the river tripling in the last few years after decades of decline.
    — Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 29 July 2026
  • This has truly been a passion project for me, and everyone involved has poured their hearts into honoring Bulgakov’s remarkable novel.
    — K.J. Yossman, Variety, 29 July 2026
Definition of remarkable
Adjective
  • Hawley criticized Fauci for accepting cash prizes from nonprofits that award money to people for outstanding achievements in given fields and for his embrace of celebrity at the height of the pandemic.
    — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 29 July 2026
  • Each being an outstanding and influential wine producing family, their collective power as a group is unparalleled.
    — Yuri Shima, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of outstanding
Adjective
  • Ultimately, hotels aim to curate memorable experiences, not just provide accommodation, with AI enhancing personalization while maintaining guest control.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
  • For a memorable performance in 2003, Carnegie placed part of the audience on the stage and interspersed the rest with the musicians on a platform erected above the orchestra seats.
    — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 29 July 2026
Definition of memorable
Adjective
  • Stephen Wolfram is a distinguished scientist, inventor, author, and business leader.
    — Big Think, Big Think, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Voluntary output pledges do not enjoy a distinguished filmography, either.
    — Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of distinguished
Adjective
  • Familiar faces like Derrick Brown, Bryce Young, Tetairoa McMillan and Jaycee Horn will take the field this week for the start of training camp, but there will be some notable new faces added to the mix.
    — Mike Kaye July 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2026
  • This match is the latest notable step forward for a women’s setup that was in effect mothballed just a decade ago due to a lack of funds.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 21 July 2026
Definition of notable
Adjective
  • The film’s story is said to follow a young dancer at an elite ballet school who finally earns the lead in a prestigious recital, but her focus is shattered by a family tragedy.
    — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 30 July 2026
  • Today’s next generation of aspiring leaders is looking for more than a lucrative payout or a prestigious title.
    — Corey McQuade, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of prestigious
Adjective
  • But illustrious affiliations are no longer necessary to gain an audience.
    — James Kirchick, The Atlantic, 29 July 2026
  • The Norwegian has an illustrious history with the European Championship — winning the 1500m/5000m double at the last three editions in Berlin 2018, Munich 2022 and Roma 2024.
    — Jessica Hopkins, New York Times, 27 July 2026
Definition of illustrious
Adjective
  • More than 1,500 people lost their lives in the accident, and the Titanic became the most famous shipwreck in history.
    — Jack Guy, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
  • The bull market has chased out two of the most famous shortsellers, Jim Chanos and Nate Anderson.
    — Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 21 July 2026
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