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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 Newton returned to Carolina in 2021 for eight games, a moment of remarkable sentimentality and splendor. Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 7 Jan. 2026 To my fellow experts and the remarkable crew behind the scenes; thank you for your collaboration, care, and commitment to helping these stories be told with depth and integrity. Emily Longeretta, Variety, 6 Jan. 2026 That’s why when this remarkable feat became as easy as the push of a button, human operators remained on board. Jason Corso, Fortune, 6 Jan. 2026 At halftime, Monday’s Celtics-Bulls game didn’t seem like a remarkable one for Anfernee Simons. Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 6 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for remarkable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for remarkable
Adjective
  • His work is marked by unusual, even bizarre, material choices that encrust spatial compositions reminiscent of Frank Lloyd Wright’s innovative open space plans.
    Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 11 Jan. 2026
  • Some unnamed Chicago bartender in the early 1880s had the improbable idea of taking a Whiskey Sour and adding a little red wine to the top, inventing in a bizarre flash of insightone of the great warm weather whiskey drinks of our time.
    Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • The tint is sheer and subtle but makes a noticeable difference in evening out skin tone and camouflaging discoloration.
    Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026
  • While Reconcept recommends sessions of at least 30 minutes, shorter experiences can still produce noticeable effects.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Other noteworthy hotels in Fort Worth Additionally, The Drover Hotel in the Fort Worth Stockyards has been ranked as the best hotel in DFW since 2022 by Travel + Leisure magazine.
    Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Another noteworthy component of Matkas’s Triple Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum is niacinamide.
    Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • The sounds had become a strange new normal for the diverse Central neighborhood.
    Nicole Acevedo, NBC news, 10 Jan. 2026
  • And there was a strange preoccupation with running out of time, even though the show ended a good 15 minutes early as if the performers didn’t understand their own timeline.
    Matthew J. Palm, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Art enthusiasts Hans Ottinot, a prominent Broward attorney, and Nelson Adams, a Miami obstetrician associated with Jackson Memorial, are central to the museum’s dream team.
    Dorothy Jenkins Fields, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
  • This pair, complete with the prominent markings always featured on the classic style, has a memory foam insert and a rubber sole that’s especially good for slippery winter weather.
    Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • What made the event particularly memorable was the sight of these young men accompanied by their fathers and father-figures.
    Walter Fields, Baltimore Sun, 10 Jan. 2026
  • After appearing in movies like the Walter Hill thriller Southern Comfort and comedies like Underground Aces (starring Melanie Griffith) and The Hollywood Knights (starring Tony Danza), Carter landed one of his most memorable roles in the 1982 sci-fi classic The Thing.
    Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • To the contrary, though the film is frequently funny, Brewer takes their ambitions and reversals seriously.
    Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Hockey is a funny game sometimes.
    Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Parallel societies in certain urban areas and rising violent crime statistics linked to some migrant cohorts in countries such as Sweden and Germany led to the dramatic rise of populist and patriotic parties across the continent, from France to Italy to the Netherlands.
    Daniel Ross Goodman, The Washington Examiner, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Hudson’s performance kicks into a surprising dramatic gear, the actress’s playful Milwaukee accent settling into a relatively somber key, grappling with dreams dashed.
    David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 8 Jan. 2026

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“Remarkable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/remarkable. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.

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