Word
noteworthy
Phoneticsnote·wor·thy, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈnoʊtˌwɝði/
UK/nˈəʊtwɜːði/
Definitions
01deserving attention
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. important or interesting enough to be noticed.
adj. deserving of attention or notice; significant enough to be mentioned.
“It is noteworthy that the company's profits increased despite the difficult year.”
“The most noteworthy aspect of the study was the unexpected correlation between sleep patterns and long-term memory retention.”
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02an important person
C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Formal
n. a person who is famous or important in a particular field.
n. a person of prominence or importance; an individual worthy of notice.
“Several local noteworthies attended the opening of the new library.”
“The gala was attended by a collection of political noteworthies and industry leaders, all eager to discuss the new legislation.”
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Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “noteworthy” in context.
Adjective
01. particularly noteworthy
“The author's use of vivid imagery in the first chapter is particularly noteworthy.”
adv + adj
Real-World Examples
“It was noteworthy that beyond a broad reference to Labour's opponents on the Right, the party's rivals didn't get a mention in a speech lasting more than an hour.” “This is noteworthy because it offers a possible explanation for why orange juice has been linked to better heart health in several trials .” Etymology
From note + -worthy.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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