Meaning & use

notable

adjective·Academic

Worthy of attention or notice because of being remarkable, significant, or distinguished.

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The museum's notable collection includes several paintings by famous impressionists.

Among the notable guests at the wedding was a former state governor.

A note on using this word

As a noun, 'a notable' refers to a prominent or well-known person, a somewhat formal usage.

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Words with an opposite meaning

unremarkableordinary

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