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How does the adjective remarkable differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of remarkable are conspicuous, noticeable, outstanding, prominent, salient, and striking. While all these words mean "attracting notice or attention," remarkable applies to something so extraordinary or exceptional as to invite comment.

a film of remarkable intelligence and wit

When is conspicuous a more appropriate choice than remarkable?

Although the words conspicuous and remarkable have much in common, conspicuous applies to something that is obvious and unavoidable to the sight or mind.

conspicuous bureaucratic waste

In what contexts can noticeable take the place of remarkable?

The synonyms noticeable and remarkable are sometimes interchangeable, but noticeable applies to something unlikely to escape observation.

a piano recital with no noticeable errors

Where would outstanding be a reasonable alternative to remarkable?

While in some cases nearly identical to remarkable, outstanding applies to something that rises above and excels others of the same kind.

honored for her outstanding contributions to science

When would prominent be a good substitute for remarkable?

The words prominent and remarkable are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, prominent applies to something commanding notice by standing out from its surroundings or background.

a doctor who occupies a prominent position in the town

When can salient be used instead of remarkable?

In some situations, the words salient and remarkable are roughly equivalent. However, salient applies to something of significance that merits the attention given it.

the salient points of the speech

When is it sensible to use striking instead of remarkable?

The words striking and remarkable can be used in similar contexts, but striking applies to something that impresses itself powerfully and deeply upon the observer's mind or vision.

the region's striking poverty

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of remarkable But when the Champions League anthem played, Spurs were separated from their domestic selves and now capable of remarkable feats. Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025 With the game on a knife’s edge, Saka was then bundled over which set up Rice to score the first of his remarkable efforts. Ben Church, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025 That’s a remarkable valuation for a company that lost $55 million in the first half of 2024 on revenues of $80 million, according to regulatory documents. Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2025 On Doc Talk Podcast With Stanley Nelson & Nicole London Clem Burke Dies: Blondie Drummer Was 70 The film, which premiered at SXSW 2023, traces the remarkable journey of iconic British rock band The Zombies—from teenage friends to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees. Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 8 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for remarkable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for remarkable
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  • The bizarre purchase was revealed last year by the former Lakers player, and the topic was recently brought up during the season 6 finale of The Kardashians.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Weezer has not canceled its plans to perform at Coachella this Saturday (April 12) after the wife of Weezer bassist Scott Shriner sustained non-life-threatening injuries during a bizarre run-in with Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) officers that ended in a dramatic shootout.
    Dave Brooks, Billboard, 10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Based on the study’s results, Tucker’s team believes that survivors of severe trauma may see noticeable changes in their biological systems’ baseline levels.
    Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The aftermath of Hurricane Helene has left Augusta National Golf Club with a noticeable change in its lush greenery.
    Ashley J. DiMella Fox News, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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  • Here are five noteworthy deals this month by family offices with at least $5 billion in assets: Trump imposed a far-reaching tariff policy on Wednesday that includes a baseline 10% duty on nearly every country, with rates reaching as high as 46% in the case of Vietnam .
    Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Haas cited Edna Valencia, the first Afro-Colombian journalist to wear an afro hairstyle on Colombian television, as a noteworthy example.
    Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Republicans should also get over their strange allergy to cutting the capital gains tax.
    Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Based on the wildly popular video game, the fantasy comedy film (now in theaters) is a deeply strange fever dream that also gets a few genuine laughs.
    Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
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  • These events included small, private dinners with prominent celebrities in the entertainment industry.
    Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 7 Apr. 2025
  • Tesla was already struggling in recent months in connection with Musk’s prominent role in the administration.
    Julia Shapero, The Hill, 7 Apr. 2025
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  • Another memorable moment is the last few minutes of episode two.
    Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
  • De Bruyne produced chances, goals and memorable moments at an incredible, unerring rate over 10 trophy-laden seasons at City.
    Thom Harris, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
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  • Everyone was so nervous to tell Mike what our number was, which was so funny.
    Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Welcome to My Blue Sky is twice as great — totally brash, always loud, always effusive, and usually funny even when their lives are falling apart, which is constantly.
    Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Epic Universe, eight years in the making and sprawling across more than 100 acres, represents a dramatic evolution for Universal, and in some ways, the American theme park industry.
    Todd Anderson, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Botanical Name: Mimulus x hybridus Sun Exposure: Partial shade Soil Type: Clay, loam, sand Soil pH: Neutral 10 of 11 White Tobacco White tobacco has large, dramatic leaves and showy, fragrant clusters of pendent white flowers that look like a burst of shooting stars.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2025

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“Remarkable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/remarkable. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

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