nameable

adjective

ˈnā-mə-bəl How to pronounce nameable (audio)
variants also namable
Definition of nameablenext
as in memorable
worth remembering or mentioning not one nameable accomplishment in all of her years in the senate

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Recent Examples of nameable Conservative audiences extend their trust to people with firsthand knowledge and physical skills, rooted in a specific, nameable place. — Nadia Gill, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026 Again, the theatrical elements — especially the text — come together as pieces that sit side by side to become a greater whole that is less nameable than felt. — Gia Kourlas, New York Times, 11 Jan. 2023 In distributing blame so widely yet specifically, Sorkin and Zukin strongly suggested that nameable individuals had made identifiable mistakes, ceding vision in the name of short-term goals. — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 31 Aug. 2021 Raphael’s portrait of Baldassare Castiglione exists at one specific point on the planet, and nowhere else, having begun in one nameable place and followed a track through time, owner by owner and wall to wall. — Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2020 Thirteen nanometers is far, far, far beneath nameable perception. — Virginia Heffernan, Wired, 21 Jan. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nameable
  1. memorable
  2. noteworthy
  3. remarkable
  4. observable
  5. notable
Adjective
  • The actress also had a memorable guest turn on The Vampire Diaries and reunited with Ben McKenzie for a diabolical three-episode run on Gotham.
    — Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Aug. 2026
  • This perfume combines the quintessential summer fruit with tonka bean, florals, plum nectar, and apple blossom for a truly memorable, sweet but not overly saccharine finish.
    — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of memorable
Adjective
  • In one noteworthy 1-on-1 matchup, Proctor easily handled Grant.
    — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Tyus caught a touchdown pass later, but the fumble was noteworthy.
    — Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of noteworthy
Adjective
  • As the war in Iran continues, TIFF will host the world premiere of a Tehran, Under the Skin, a documentary that offers a remarkable view of an unexpected aspect of Iranian society.
    — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The latest find is one of many remarkable Roman discoveries made across England in recent years.
    — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of remarkable
Adjective
  • Putin will eventually leave office, whether by death, illness, or—against all observable inclinations—stepping aside.
    — Julian G. Waller, Foreign Affairs, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The gap between our intentions and observable behavior, and the self-awareness gap.
    — Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of observable
Adjective
  • Despite notable achievements in reducing deforestation and directing resources to foster ecological investments, the government has often struggled to counter a conservative Congress where agribusiness interests wield significant influence.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • What’s notable in the fights is that players are encouraged to fight smarter than harder.
    — Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of notable

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“Nameable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nameable. Accessed 12 Aug. 2026.

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