adjective
memorable
MEM-er-uh-bul/ˈmemərəbl/
Worth remembering or easy to remember.
The breaching whale creates a memorable moment for the watching friends.
Etymology
The pieces express being worthy of being brought to mind, not merely possible to remember. That emphasis on worth connects memory with something remarkable enough to deserve lasting attention.
In context
rare and memorable afternoon visiting with the maestro in his home
More examples
- Her speech was memorable.
- They shared a memorable evening.
- The trip's most memorable moment came at sunrise.
Forms
memorable
memorably adverb — in a way worth remembering
Similar words
- unforgettable
- Makes a stronger claim that something cannot be forgotten.
- notable
- Worth attention without necessarily being easy to remember.