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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 True to her wishes, this remarkable trove remained hidden for decades. Jay Cheshes, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025 At the root, though, this team is built from the line of scrimmage out and it’s set up to have remarkable continuity from 2024 to 2025. Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 28 Mar. 2025 Especially today, when confusing and contradictory messages about racial and gender pioneers are rife, he should be celebrated as a unique and remarkable leader whose impact is still felt. James Stavridis, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2025 And so ensued a remarkable session in the Oval Office. Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for remarkable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for remarkable
Adjective
  • But their work didn’t rule out the possibility of bizarre algorithms that could somehow use the same piece of memory for storage and calculations simultaneously—the computing equivalent of using a page filled with important notes as scratch paper.
    Ben Brubaker, Wired News, 30 Mar. 2025
  • The movie, based on the video game of the same name, centers around four misfits who are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination.
    Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 30 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Use the dome light and flashers to make your vehicle more noticeable.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 1 Apr. 2025
  • Some of them, like the new experimental version of 2.5 Pro, are beginning to show noticeable vibe improvements.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 1 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • From significant business changes to noteworthy product launches, there’s always something new happening in the world of design.
    Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 21 Mar. 2025
  • By analyzing the amount of butter and plant oils people consumed and the incidence and causes of death, the researchers reached several noteworthy conclusions.
    Sarah Garone, Health, 18 Mar. 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
Adjective
  • The piece's stamp on the back also signified that it was brought to the United States by a high-end importer and sold to a prominent art collector, Markow said.
    Megan Forrester, ABC News, 26 Mar. 2025
  • As Ukraine’s artillery production likely now outpaces its losses, combined with its domestic shell production, artillery should return to playing a very prominent role in the conflict.
    Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • The 40-year-old Emmett has not fought since that memorable knockout victory.
    Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
  • That was just one of several memorable moments during Badu’s award presentation segment.
    Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • On her first series, the actress played the furry and funny Honk on the Kroffts’ Far Out Space Nuts, a character who spoke only in horn-like honks.
    Tom Tapp, Deadline, 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
  • Former Reba co-stars Melissa Peterman (as Gabby, the needy and dramatic bartender) and Reba McEntire already have proven chemistry, and any scene between the two is a lightning rod for plenty of chuckles.
    Marc Berman, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Given Trump’s order, the release of all this information sounded dramatic, but much of what has been revealed is about as interesting as that driver’s-license detail.
    Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 22 Mar. 2025

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“Remarkable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/remarkable. Accessed 7 Apr. 2025.

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