memorable

[mem-er-uh-buhl]

adjective

1. worth remembering; notable.

   a memorable speech.

   Synonyms: celebrated, impressive, noteworthy

2. easily remembered.

memorable

/ ˈmɛmrə-, ˈmɛmərəbəl /

adjective

1. worth remembering or easily remembered; noteworthy

Other Word Forms

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of memorable¹

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English, from Latin memorābilis “worth mentioning,” from memorā(re) “to mention” + -bilis -ble

Word History and Origins

Origin of memorable¹

C15: from Latin memorābilis, from memorāre to recall, from memor mindful

Example Sentences

Perhaps it’s because two of Candy’s memorable performances are from films that take place during the holiday season, but just watching “I Like Me” feels warm in the way that a joyful winter holiday does.

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After Littler found double 16 to complete his memorable win, former world champion Price smiled and applauded from the back of the stage before the pair shared a warm embrace.

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It may not have been pretty, or even particularly memorable.

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When a decorated American runner failed a drug test on the brink of the 2021 Olympic trials, the most memorable part was her excuse: a tainted burrito.

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Most memorable is the exit of Pozzo and Lucky that finds Pozzo slowly pushing Lucky in his wheelchair—illustrating the idea that there remains a bedrock of humanity even in this supercilious boor.

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Related Words

• catchy 
• decisive 
• enduring 
• eventful 
• extraordinary 
• famous 
• great 
• historic 
• important 
• impressive 
• indelible 
• interesting 
• meaningful 
• momentous 
• monumental 
• notable 
• remarkable 
• terrific 
• unforgettable 

When To Use

What does memorable 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.