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remarkable

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //ɹiˈmɑɹkəbəɫ// UK //ɹɪmˈɑːkəbəl// re·mark·able General-service

adj. unusual or surprising in a way that makes people notice or admire it. You use this to describe something that is much better or more interesting than normal.

adj. worthy of attention or striking; unusual or exceptional in a manner that invites comment. Often used to express positive surprise or professional admiration.


SIMPLE

The young pianist gave a remarkable performance.

CONTEXTUAL

The team made a remarkable recovery after losing their best player in the first half of the game.

COMPLEX

What makes the structure truly remarkable is not its height, but the fact that it was built entirely from recycled materials without compromising its architectural integrity.

Synonyms
Origin

From remark + -able, from French remarquable.

Usage

Typically functions as an attributive adjective before a noun or a predicative adjective after a linking verb.

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