memorable
adjective
Origin of memorable
SYNONYMS FOR memorable
OTHER WORDS FROM memorable
mem·o·ra·bil·i·ty, mem·o·ra·ble·ness, noun mem·o·ra·bly, adverb un·mem·o·ra·ble, adjectiveWords nearby memorable
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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.
Where does memorable come from?
The first records of the word memorable come from the 1400s. It comes from the Latin memorābilis, meaning “worth mentioning.” Several related words, like memory and remember, derive from the Latin root memor, meaning “mindful.”
Everyone has moments they’ll never forget. But describing a moment as memorable usually means it has stuck with us because it was important to us and positive. A first kiss, a special dinner, or a trip of a lifetime could all be described as memorable. But a moment doesn’t have to be grand to be memorable. Some memorable moments are simple—like a perfect summer day.
Describing a person as memorable indicates that they’ve made a strong impression—meaning you’re likely to remember them or think of them later. A person auditioning for a part or interviewing for a job wants to be memorable, especially if there are a lot of other candidates.
Other things commonly described as memorable are quotable lines from a movie, powerful speeches, and events in history—the kind where you’ll always remember where you were.
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What are some other forms related to memorable?
- memorably (adverb)
- memorability (noun)
- memorableness (noun)
- unmemorable (adjective)
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How is memorable used in real life?
Memorable is almost always used positively.
Thinking about maybe sitting down and breaking down some of my most memorable games and moments in my career. Maybe IG Live it or just film it and hold on to it for another time. 🤔
— LeBron James (@KingJames) April 2, 2020
Blown away by tonight. Can't quite get my head round it. This was a special and forever memorable moment. The tour is going to be incredible
— Louis Tomlinson (@Louis_Tomlinson) February 14, 2020
Finally watched “A Few Good Men.”
Meh.
Expected a classic. But it was average, maybe slightly above average.
Great cast, but no chemistry.
Basically a couple of memorable lines by Jack Nicholson amid an otherwise bland movie.
— Adam Sparks (@AdamSparks) May 22, 2020
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Which of the following words is a synonym for memorable?
A. mundane
B. forgettable
C. unremarkable
D. unforgettable