# notably

/ˈnoʊtəbɫi/ (US) · /nˈəʊtəbli/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Adverb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/notably
Updated: 2026-05-02

## Definition

used to point out something that is especially important or impressive. You use it to draw attention to a specific example that stands out from the rest.

For teachers: to a significant or remarkable degree; particularly or especially. Often used to introduce a specific example that illustrates a broader point.

## Examples

- The company has many successful products, notably its new smartphone.
- Several countries have improved their environmental laws recently, most notably those in Northern Europe.
- The artist's later works are characterized by a shift in palette, notably the inclusion of vibrant ochres and deep indigos that were absent from his earlier, more monochromatic period.

## Usage notes

- Typically used as a disjunct to introduce a specific example or to modify an adjective to show degree.

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