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Notable: Definition, Examples, and Usage Tips (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：noteworthy (notable)
notable
/ˈnoʊtəbəl/
adj.
So good or special that it gets noticed, like a bright spot among ordinary things.
noteworthy
➕
/ˈnoʊtˌwɜːrði/
adj.
Describes something that is so good, special, or impressive that it attracts attention and stands out from the ordinary.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
Note (mark) + able (capable of) = worthy of attention.
💡 Mnemonic
Note + able = easy to note; notable = worth noting.
📖 Example
The student made notable progress in math, moving from the bottom to the top of the class in just one semester.
The student made notable progress in math, moving from the bottom to the top of the class in just one semester.
🔗 Collocations
notable achievement – an achievement that is remarkable and worthy of recognition
notable exception – a case that stands out as different and worthy of notice
notable feature – a characteristic that is striking or easily noticed
🔄 Synonyms
remarkable (adj.) – worthy of attention because of being unusual or extraordinary
outstanding (adj.) – exceptionally good or distinguished
noteworthy (adj.) – deserving attention because of importance or quality
🚫 Antonyms
ordinary (adj.) – with no special qualities; average
unremarkable (adj.) – not particularly interesting or surprising
mediocre (adj.) – of only moderate quality; not very good
🌱 Derivatives
notably (adv.) – in a way that is worthy of attention; especially
notability (n.) – the quality of being worthy of notice; importance
notableness (n.) – the state or quality of being notable
📖 Cultural Story
From Latin 'notabilis', meaning 'worthy of notice'. Used in English since the 14th century to highlight outstanding qualities or achievements. In modern contexts, it often appears in academic and professional evaluations.
Meaning 2：prominent (notable)
notable
/ˈnoʊtəbəl/
adj.
Widely known and respected for some special quality or achievement.
prominent
➕
/ˈprɑːmɪnənt/
adj.
Refers to a person or thing that is widely known and respected for a particular outstanding quality, achievement, or position.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
The museum displayed works by several notable artists from the 19th century.
The museum displayed works by several notable artists from the 19th century.
🔗 Collocations
notable figure – a person who is famous and important in a particular field
notable contribution – a significant and recognized input or achievement
notable success – a success that is remarkable and widely acknowledged
🔄 Synonyms
prominent (adj.) – widely known and recognized; important
distinguished (adj.) – successful, respected, and admired
eminent (adj.) – famous and respected within a specific field
🚫 Antonyms
unknown (adj.) – not known or familiar
obscure (adj.) – not well known; lacking fame
insignificant (adj.) – too small or unimportant to be worth attention
🌱 Derivatives
notably (adv.) – in a way that is worthy of attention; especially
notability (n.) – the quality of being worthy of notice; importance
notableness (n.) – the state or quality of being notable
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