1
as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
a panel made up of notable authorities on the virus
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2
as in noteworthy
worth remembering or mentioning
predicts trends in the stock market with notable accuracy
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as in celebrity
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
directors, actors, and other notables at the annual gathering for the Academy Awards
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Recent Examples of notable
Jon Paul Hoornstra, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025
Other notable trail locations include the Portal 31 Coal Mine in Lynch, which highlights the contributions of Black miners in the Appalachian coal industry, and Simmons College of Kentucky, one of the state’s oldest historically Black colleges.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2025
Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2025
Her upcoming projects include shooting the photography for Les Bains de Spa in Spa, Belgium, a UNESCO world heritage site that has attracted such notables as Napoleon Bonaparte, Victor Hugo, Ernest Hemingway and John Lennon, among others through the years.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 28 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Though neither was a star, Johnny had the more notable career.
—Jon Paul Hoornstra, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025
Other notable trail locations include the Portal 31 Coal Mine in Lynch, which highlights the contributions of Black miners in the Appalachian coal industry, and Simmons College of Kentucky, one of the state’s oldest historically Black colleges.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2025
Noun
Other notables include Angelina's Ristorante in Bonita Springs, Florida, Canoe in Atlanta, Tidepools at the Grand Hyatt Kauai, The Northport Hotel in Northport, New York, and The River Cafe in Brooklyn.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2025
Her upcoming projects include shooting the photography for Les Bains de Spa in Spa, Belgium, a UNESCO world heritage site that has attracted such notables as Napoleon Bonaparte, Victor Hugo, Ernest Hemingway and John Lennon, among others through the years.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 28 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for notable
Adjective
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Bregman is an outstanding defensive third baseman, which is the position Devers had played during his nine season tenure with the Red Sox.—
Bernie Pleskoff,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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Her performance helped earn the cast a SAG award for outstanding ensemble, and she's been making a name for herself ever since.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
14 June 2025
Adjective
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The Israeli denial was noteworthy in light of a year’s worth of reports indicating the contrary.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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This might not normally be noteworthy — except that the Sentinel endorsed Lopez in 2020 back when Lopez promised to usher in a new era of transparency and accountability.—
Scott Maxwell,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2025
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The 61-year-old billionaire and the 55-year-old former TV journalist will reportedly tie the knot during a three-day wedding extravaganza in Venice, Italy, next week with numerous high-profile guests, including celebrities, politicians and business leaders.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
21 June 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free newsletter to get the latest trailers, celebrity interviews, film reviews, and more.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
21 June 2025
Adjective
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The Fragrance Foundation proudly recognized Leonard for his distinguished accomplishments both as the Hall of Fame Honoree in 1990 and as the inaugural honoree in 2000 for the first ever Circle of Champions.—
Jenny B. Fine,
Footwear News,
17 June 2025
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In 2015, she was selected as a Dole Caregiver Fellow, joining a distinguished multi-year leadership program that builds community and raises national awareness on behalf of military and veteran caregivers.—
Tom Chiodo,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
Adjective
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Certainly, there are plenty of big, long-time online creators who are producing good-quality content at remarkable velocity.—
David Bloom,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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Best of all is Belden House’s location right in town, steps away from the center and its remarkable history.—
Marcia DeSanctis,
Travel + Leisure,
20 June 2025
Noun
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And with the Pacers’ star player hindered by an injury early, the home crowd could sense the chance to pounce on a championship chance.—
Kevin Dotson,
CNN Money,
17 June 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
Lauren Huff Published,
EW.com,
17 June 2025
Adjective
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With a social scene that is always one step ahead of residents, New Canaan may finally drop its prestigious reputation.—
Slade Logsdon,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2025
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Because of these promising results, the device is trusted by thousands of prestigious institutions worldwide and has helped to restore and regrow billions of hairs.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
17 June 2025
Adjective
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Throughout the 2024-25 school year, Fort Worth-area high school sports teams have captivated the community with memorable moments, accomplishments and more.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 June 2025
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Of the previous 19, the last Game 7 in 2016 between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Golden State Warriors had countless subplots, numerous memorable moments and one stunning outcome.—
David Aldridge,
New York Times,
22 June 2025
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“Notable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notable. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.
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