unforgettable
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- unforgettableness noun
- unforgettably adverb
Etymology
Origin of unforgettable
1800–10; un- 1 + forgettable ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Xander Harris may have been the “normal” one in a cast of extraordinary characters, but Brendon’s performance ensured he was unforgettable — both to fans and to the colleagues who mourn his passing.
From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026
"While our hearts are broken, we are deeply grateful for the life he lived and for the unforgettable moments we were blessed to share with him," they wrote.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
It’s a far cry from when Kyuss ruled the generator scene with a reputation for unforgettable shows that pulled from the many genres and sub-genres of heavy rock to create something epic.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026
The game then ended in an unforgettable fashion for Venezuelans—a ninth-inning hit that gave their team a 3-2 lead and then pitching by Daniel Palencia that sealed the game, striking out the last American batter.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026
Now I am determined to revenge her, to make her loss unforgettable, and I can only do that by winning and thereby making myself unforgettable.
From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins
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