Remarkable

Pronunciation: /rɪˈmɑːrkəbəl/

Definitions of remarkable

adjective describing a person or thing that is unusual, extraordinary, or worthy of attention

Example Sentences

A1 The children put on a remarkable performance in the school play.

A2 The new student made a remarkable improvement in their English skills.

B1 The artist's work is truly remarkable, attracting attention from all over the world.

B2 The scientist made a remarkable discovery that could change the way we understand the universe.

C1 The CEO's leadership during the crisis was truly remarkable, leading the company to success.

C2 The novel is a remarkable piece of literature, exploring complex themes with depth and insight.

Examples of remarkable in a Sentence

formal The scientist made a remarkable discovery that could change the course of medicine.

informal I must say, your progress on this project is truly remarkable.

slang Dude, that trick you did on the skateboard was absolutely remarkable!

figurative Her ability to forgive and move on from past grievances is truly remarkable.

Grammatical Forms of remarkable

• past tense: remarked
• plural: remarkables
• comparative: more remarkable
• superlative: most remarkable
• present tense: remark
• future tense: will remark
• perfect tense: have remarked
• continuous tense: is remarking
• singular: remarkable
• positive degree: remarkable
• infinitive: to remark
• gerund: remarking
• participle: remarked

Origin and Evolution of remarkable

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'remarkable' originated from the Latin word 'remarkabilis', which is derived from the verb 're- (expressing intensive force) + marcari (to mark)'

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something worthy of attention or notice, 'remarkable' has evolved to also mean extraordinary, exceptional, or outstanding in modern usage.