Remarkable

/rɪˈmɑːrkəbəl/

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Definitions

1

Worthy of attention or notice; unusual or extraordinary.

/rɪˈmɑːrkəbəl/

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Descriptive

Worthy of attention; striking; extraordinary.

The sunset over the ocean was truly remarkable.

💡 Simply: Imagine you see something so cool you can't help but tell everyone! Like a dog that can do math. That's remarkable – it’s really special and catches your eye.

👶 For kids: When something is remarkable, it means it's super special and makes you say "Wow!"

More Examples

2

Her dedication to the project was remarkable.

3

The film's special effects were remarkable for their time.

How It's Used

General

"The museum has a remarkable collection of ancient artifacts."

Science

"Scientists made a remarkable discovery about the planet's atmosphere."

Arts

"She gave a remarkable performance in the lead role."

From Middle English, from Old French *remarquable*, from *remarquer* ('to remark'), from Latin *re-* ('again') + *marca* ('mark').

The word 'remarkable' has been used since the 15th century, initially to describe something worthy of being noticed or commented upon.

Memory tip

Think of a 'mark' or a 'remark' - something that stands out and you want to note.

Word Origin

LanguageLatin, French
Original meaning

"To note, to mark, or to make note of."

remarkable achievementremarkable talentremarkable successremarkable featureremarkable ability

Common misspellings

remarableremarcable

Usage

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60%Written