NOTEWORTHY Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

noteworthy

adjective

ˈnōt-ˌwər-t͟hē

Definition of noteworthy

as in remarkable

worth remembering or mentioning former neighbors claimed that there was nothing noteworthy about the serial killer who had once quietly lived among them

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as in outstanding

standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement winner of the Nobel Prize for his noteworthy contributions to the field of genetics

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Recent Examples of noteworthy Also noteworthy are her lucite naked heels, which were likewise embellished with silver chains. — Kelsey Stiegman, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026 The fact that this was Canales’ main desired deliverable from Fitzgerald is noteworthy in and of itself. — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 25 Aug. 2026 This makes what happened recently in Miami particularly noteworthy. — Isaac Mizrahi, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 The Treasury Secretary’s efforts to suppress the long-end of the rate curve are noteworthy for capturing attention that Moderna’s and Merck’s sharp moves this week did not receive. — Michael Khouw, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for noteworthy

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With the remarkable rise in online food delivery, many restaurants struggle to balance service and food prep for diners in their establishments while also preparing staging and queuing delivery for takeout orders.

— George C. Lee II, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026
Sean and Ray have earned a remarkable reputation for championing distinctive filmmakers and original ideas.

— Matt Grobar, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of remarkable

Adjective

Colbert also made a virtual appearance last week to accept the award for outstanding achievement in variety, talk or sketch from the Television Critics Association Awards.

— Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
Wright has had an outstanding camp coming off his best season.

— Kevin Fishbain, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of outstanding

Adjective

My interest came from learning folk songs, memorable stories passed down over the generations in an oral sense before the American music business cut it up and started handing out ownership of copyrights and publishing.

— Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2026
One of the most memorable moments comes at the film’s end, when Wadsworth runs about the mansion, trying to summarize the night’s events and explain the identity of the killer.

— Rebecca Schneid, Time, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of memorable

Adjective

Our distinguished community of musical-theater actors deserves greater challenges and if theaters don’t train audiences to take a risk on newer material, its embrace will be yet harder in generations to come.

— Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
Satsky’s attorney, Robert Anello of New York, told The Charlotte Observer Tuesday that his client has a distinguished 30-year career in finance and an unblemished reputation for integrity.

— Chase Jordan August 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of distinguished

Adjective

This year’s discussion touched on the team’s current positive vibes, the recent addition of Von Miller, their rookie class and other notable performers in camp.

— Jon Machota, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Here are a few other notable towns that ranked among LendingTree’s top 50 for median home value.

— Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of notable

Adjective

The Oscar-winning actress has written a new musical stage adaptation around the character, set to open on London’s prestigious theater scene in the summer of 2027.

— Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2026
Its work-in-progress was also one of five titles at the 2025 prestigious and highly selective Annecy Animation Showcase at the Cannes Festival’s Marché du Film.

— Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of prestigious

Adjective

The shows are billed as a celebration of the 30th anniversary of debut LP Reasonable Doubt, which kicked off the 56-year-old’s illustrious career in 1996.

— Sophie Williams, Billboard, 26 Aug. 2026
Curry never married or welcomed children, and chose to keep his personal life private throughout his illustrious career.

— Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of illustrious

Adjective

Celebrity has always been commercial, and famous people have always converted attention into money.

— Laura Jung, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2026
These waves destroyed a large section of the famous Santa Monica Pier and caused widespread coastal flooding in San Francisco Bay communities.

— Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026

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