remarkable
/ɹɪˈmɑːkəbl̩/
Group 33Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Worthy of attention; striking GRE
Example in Context
The patient's remarkable recovery, defying every clinical prediction, was studied as a case that could yield insights applicable to future treatment protocols.
Synonyms
notableextraordinaryimpressive
Etymology
Something worthy of being noted again — truly extraordinary.
- re- (Latin) — again
- marcabilis (Latin) — worthy of being noted
Memory Aid
🐂Sounds like “remark a bull”
Imagine a BULL wearing a tuxedo, and everyone at the party has to REMARK on how REMARKABLE he looks!
Visual Association
🌟A glowing star shining brightly in the night sky, drawing everyone's attention.
Semantic Clusters
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “remarkable” mean on the GRE?
remarkable (adjective) means “Worthy of attention; striking”. The patient's remarkable recovery, defying every clinical prediction, was studied as a case that could yield insights applicable to future treatment protocols.
How to remember “remarkable” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “remarkable” sounds like “remark a bull”. Imagine a BULL wearing a tuxedo, and everyone at the party has to REMARK on how REMARKABLE he looks!
What are synonyms for “remarkable”?
Common synonyms: notable, extraordinary, impressive.