remarkable
rih-MAH-kuh-bl
Remarkable (adj) means Unusual or impressive enough to deserve attention or comment. Example: “The little town has a remarkable story that visitors love to hear.”
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Unusual or impressive enough to deserve attention or comment.
"The little town has a remarkable story that visitors love to hear."
"It was a remarkable achievement for someone so young."
"The recovery she made after the accident was remarkable."
How to use remarkable
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishStanding out enough that people notice and talk about it.
Common pairings
remarkable achievement
truly remarkable
remarkable for its
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more remarkable
- Superlative
- most remarkable
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Etymology
From remark + -able, "worth remarking on."
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What does “remarkable” mean?
The word “remarkable” means unusual or impressive enough to deserve attention or comment. In plain terms, standing out enough that people notice and talk about it.
How do you pronounce “remarkable”?
“Remarkable” is pronounced rih-MAH-kuh-bl (/ɹɪˈmɑɹ.kə.bl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “remarkable” in a sentence?
Here is “remarkable” used in a sentence: “It was a remarkable achievement for someone so young.”
What part of speech is “remarkable”?
“Remarkable” is an adjective.
Is “remarkable” a common word?
“Remarkable” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between "remarkable" and "unremarkable"?
"Remarkable" means unusual or impressive enough to deserve attention or comment. "Unremarkable" is its opposite, meaning ordinary and not worth noticing. A remarkable result stands out, while an unremarkable one blends in.
What is the difference between "remarkable" and "extraordinary"?
Both describe something out of the ordinary, but "extraordinary" is stronger, meaning far beyond what is normal. "Remarkable" means notable enough to be worth commenting on. Something extraordinary is always remarkable, but a remarkable thing may be striking without being truly exceptional.
What is the difference between "remarkable" and "amazing"?
"Amazing" stresses the wonder or astonishment something causes, and it is emotional and informal. "Remarkable" stresses that something is worth noticing or commenting on, and it is often more measured and formal. A remarkable finding earns attention, while an amazing sight leaves you astonished.
What are common collocations with "remarkable"?
Frequent pairings include "remarkable achievement," "remarkable success," "remarkable similarity," and "truly remarkable." These phrases highlight something worth noticing or praising.
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