memorable

adjective

mem·​o·​ra·​ble ˈmem-rə-bəl How to pronounce memorable (audio)
ˈme-mə-rə-,
ˈme-mər-
: 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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For a truly memorable stay, Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa in Champillon offers panoramic views of the vineyards, a full-service spa, and gourmet dining. Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025 From Nelly's nostalgic medley (and a confusing lack of an on-air speech) to Mariah Carey's relatable question about the stage lighting, the two-hour show saw some of music's biggest stars deliver memorable moments. Brendan Le, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025 However, there aren't many other memorable characters. PCMAG, 18 Mar. 2025 For almost a year now, Drake and Kendrick Lamar have been embroiled in one of rap’s most public and memorable beefs. Kyndall Cunningham, Vox, 17 Mar. 2025 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 23 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

memorable

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

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