adj

forgettable

Forgettable (adj) means not memorable or special enough to be remembered. Example: “The movie was a forgettable sequel that added nothing new.”

adj

Not memorable or special enough to be remembered.

"The movie was a forgettable sequel that added nothing new."

How to use forgettable

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes something unremarkable that people are likely to forget quickly.

Common mistake

Don't confuse with "unforgettable," which means the opposite — impossible to forget.

Easily confused with

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Word forms

more forgettable comparative, most forgettable superlative

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The movie was a _____ sequel that added nothing new.

Etymology

From forget + -able.

Rhymes for forgettable

able fable cable table viable liable stable tenable parable affable amiable notable

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Frequently asked questions

What does “forgettable” mean?

The word “forgettable” means not memorable or special enough to be remembered. In plain terms, describes something unremarkable that people are likely to forget quickly.

How do you use “forgettable” in a sentence?

Here is “forgettable” used in a sentence: “The movie was a forgettable sequel that added nothing new.”

What part of speech is “forgettable”?

“Forgettable” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of forgettable?

"forgettable" (adj) means not memorable or special enough to be remembered.