remarkable — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

remarkable (/rɪˈmɑː.kə.bəl/)

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🔊 /rɪˈmɑː.kə.bəl/

Meaning

Meaning: worthy of attention; striking

Something remarkable is unusual or special enough to be worth noticing. Speakers highlight remarkable stories and findings.

Examples

🗣 It was a remarkable act of generosity.

Etymology

From ‘remark’ plus ‘-able’, from French ‘remarquer’.

How & Where It’s Used

Used to flag striking, noteworthy things.

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Tags: notable, striking

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