noteworthy

adjective

ˈnōt-ˌwər-t͟hē How to pronounce noteworthy (audio)
Definition of noteworthynext
1
as in remarkable
worth remembering or mentioning former neighbors claimed that there was nothing noteworthy about the serial killer who had once quietly lived among them

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2
as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement winner of the Nobel Prize for his noteworthy contributions to the field of genetics

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Recent Examples of noteworthy Given the tricky climatic conditions in some cities, one noteworthy metric is looking at which players are intelligently positioning themselves to receive passes in the most dangerous areas of the pitch. — Mark Carey, New York Times, 28 June 2026 The Special Edition is particularly noteworthy, and the motivation behind it has an unusual origin. — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 2 July 2026 The Benefits of Kombucha Better Digestion The most noteworthy benefits of kombucha are tied to digestion. — Embry Roberts, Martha Stewart, 2 July 2026 Equally noteworthy is the 1959 Maserati 3500 GT Convertible Prototype, one of just four development cars created before production began. — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for noteworthy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noteworthy
  1. remarkable
  2. outstanding
  3. memorable
  4. distinguished
  5. notable
  6. prestigious
  7. illustrious
  8. famous
Adjective
  • Rather than succumb to the misery of its subject matter, Union County is about the quiet, tedious, and remarkable work that is getting and staying sober — the final product a testament to all that can be achieved.
    — Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 1 July 2026
  • These creative calculations suggest a grand total of about 20 million species of insects, many of them with behaviors and physical adaptations and remarkable lives scientists today can only dream of discovering.
    — Elizabeth Anne Brown, Scientific American, 1 July 2026
Definition of remarkable
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  • Watson was always known for incredibly quick hands and outstanding bat speed.
    — Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • Another outstanding rug in the lineup this week is this easy-to-clean jute number from Joon Loloi at 60% off.
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026
Definition of outstanding
Adjective
  • America's Got Talent hosts recalled the show's most memorable acts during Tuesday's special episode.
    — Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 1 July 2026
  • Open mics, improv classes, trivia and craft nights offer cheaper, more memorable alternatives that psychologists say may actually be better for your relationships and friendships.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026
Definition of memorable
Adjective
  • To mark the occasion of America’s centennial, the people of Taunton, Massachusetts, invited James Russell Lowell—distinguished poet, founding editor of The Atlantic—to compose and read an ode for the Fourth of July.
    — Jake Lundberg, The Atlantic, 3 July 2026
  • Tom Tugendhat, a Conservative, is a member of the British Parliament and a distinguished fellow at the Hudson Institute.
    — Tom Tugendhat, Washington Post, 2 July 2026
Definition of distinguished
Adjective
  • The most notable thing in Kansas’ law on fireworks is that bottle rockets are banned statewide.
    — Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 30 June 2026
  • After his death, Gifford said that a posthumous scan revealed that the former football player also had a notable condition, CTE, that often shows up in athletes who've endured numerous hits to the head.
    — Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 30 June 2026
Definition of notable
Adjective
  • That momentous draw came in the final group-stage game of the prestigious tournament.
    — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026
  • By the end of the year, Modrić had won the Ballon d’Or, too, the prestigious award given to the world’s best player.
    — Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 3 July 2026
Definition of prestigious
Adjective
  • Because if someone who grew up in extreme poverty like Juan Gabriel could bring a mariachi band to the illustrious Palacio de Bellas Artes, why couldn’t the Mexican national team win its first ever World Cup?
    — Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
  • The Cretan diet is perhaps the most illustrious example of the Blue Zone living of southern Greece.
    — Shannon McMahon, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026
Definition of illustrious
Adjective
  • Each invite reportedly includes a unque watermark so the famous couple will know if anyone leaks information about their nuptials on social media.
    — Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 30 June 2026
  • On June 23, the Legally Blonde star, 50, broke out her Elle Woods best for the premiere of Elle, a brand-new series chronicling her famous character’s life before her time at Harvard Law.
    — Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026
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