noteworthy - Master This Word
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noteworthy Word Meanings
- worthy of notice or attention
- remarkable or significant
- deserving to be noted
noteworthy Example Sentences
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noteworthy Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈnəʊtəwəði/
US
/ˈnoʊtɜrði/
noteworthy Word Etymology
noteworthy = note + worthy. Origin: from Middle English ‘noteworthi’, derived from Old Norse ‘nóta’ and ‘worth’. Memory image: imagine a grand plaque in a museum that highlights significant achievements, drawing attention to each noteworthy detail.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputReal Context
Noteworthy describes something that deserves special attention because it is important, interesting, or unusual enough to be remembered. It signals that a detail, event, or person stands out in a meaningful way, without implying heroic scale or universal importance. In formal writing, you might call a discovery or a statistic noteworthy if it changes your understanding of a topic or raises an important issue. In casual contexts, it can simply mark something worth mentioning. The word has a positive or neutral tone, depending on context, and pairs well with nouns like achievement, finding, progress, or trend. Use it when you want to flag significance beyond the ordinary.
Usage Reminders
- 1. Noteworthy = worth noting; 2. Use for significance, not just oddity; 3. Pair with nouns like achievement, finding, trend; 4. Tone can be neutral or positive; 5. Not a synonym for dramatic or extraordinary in every case.
Common Misconceptions
- Noteworthy means famous or celebrity; it does not require fame.
- It always implies something dramatic or extraordinary.
- It can replace 'remarkable' in all contexts; nuance differs.
- It only describes people or events, not ideas or data.
- It means 'unusual' more than 'important'; the opposite is true.
Thinking Differences
Noteworthy in English can flaunt significance across a wide range of topics, from science to history, and often carries a neutral to positive tone. Learners may misread it as merely 'not ordinary' or overstate it as dramatic; remember it flags meaningful importance, not sheer oddity.
Learning Tips
- Link noteworthy with concrete nouns: achievement, finding, trend, detail, invention, result.
- Compare with similar adjectives (notable, remarkable) to feel the nuance.
- Place it before a noun to signal importance (noteworthy findings).
- Watch tone: neutral in scientific writing, more positive in praise contexts.
- Avoid overusing in casual talk; reserve for things worth mentioning.
- Practice by spotting noteworthy moments in news reports and summarize why they stand out.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of 'noteworthy'?
A.Exemplary
B.Generic
C.Joyful
D.Limited
Step 2: Usage
Choose the sentence where 'noteworthy' is used correctly:
A.The weather was noteworthy for being sunny today.
B.I couldn't believe how noteworthy the meal tasted.
C.She painted a noteworthy painting last night.
D.The movie received a noteworthy award at the festival.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is a synonym of 'noteworthy'?
A.Insignificant
B.Ordinary
C.Remarkable
D.Trivial
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'noteworthy'?
A.Outstanding
B.Exceptional
C.Memorable
D.Unimpressive
Step 5: Mastery
In what real-life context would you use the word 'noteworthy'?
A.Describing a boring book
B.Highlighting an exceptional achievement
C.Talking about a forgettable event
D.Mentioning a common occurrence
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