adjective

remarkable

Unusual or impressive enough to deserve attention.

Her remarkable memory helps her remember every student's name.

Etymology

The word is built on the act of noticing or commenting. Something remarkable is striking enough to call for notice or comment.

More examples

  • The two paintings show a remarkable similarity.
  • He made a remarkable recovery after the surgery.
  • The view from the summit was truly remarkable.

Forms

remarkable · more remarkable · most remarkable

remarkably adverb — To an unusual or impressive degree.

Similar words

extraordinary
Suggests something far outside the ordinary range of experience.
notable
Emphasizes being worthy of attention, without necessarily being unusual.
striking
Emphasizes an immediate, strong impression on the observer.