unforgettable

adjective

un·​for·​get·​ta·​ble ˌən-fər-ˈge-tə-bəl How to pronounce unforgettable (audio)
Synonyms of unforgettablenext
: incapable of being forgotten : memorable
an unforgettable experience
unforgettably
ˌən-fər-ˈge-tə-blē How to pronounce unforgettable (audio)
adverb

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an unforgettable evening of dining and dancing
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Brazilian member Kauê Penna shared that the band’s trip to South Korea, HYBE’s headquarters, was an unforgettable moment for him. — Natalia Cano, Billboard, 20 Oct. 2026 As the first Black Demon Deacon, Dobbs became known for his exuberant dance moves and unforgettable entrances into Groves Stadium. — Katie Riley, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2026 The diversity and scale of South America have provided the canvas for many unforgettable journeys, but one trip stands out in particular. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2026 After Sharon Van Etten gave a free performance for Chinati Weekend, Tubb delivered an unforgettable 10-minute monologue to me, Boone, Kennedy, and the artist Maxwell Sykes. — Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unforgettable

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First Known Use

1806, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unforgettable was in 1806

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unforgettable

adjective
un·​for·​get·​ta·​ble ˌən-fər-ˈget-ə-bəl How to pronounce unforgettable (audio)
: not to be forgotten : lasting in memory
unforgettably
-blē How to pronounce unforgettable (audio)
adverb
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