单词 | remarkable |
释义 | remarkable (once / 83 pages) adj Something remarkable is unusual, exceptional, interesting, or excellent. Remarkable things get your attention. If you take this word literally, you can figure out the meaning: remarkable things make you want to make a remark about them. They get you talking because they're so unusual or good. Getting a B on a test isn't remarkable, unless you usually get D’s. Getting to meet the president would be pretty remarkable. Save this word for things that are really and truly exceptional. WORD FAMILYremarkable: remarkablest, remarkably, unremarkable+/remark: remarkable, remarked, remarking, remarks/remarked: unremarked/unremarkable: unremarkably USAGE EXAMPLESOn the evidence of the movie, Saroo’s remarkable quest was not. Washington Post(Jan 02, 2017) A splintered internet would hamper its role as a remarkable innovation engine. Economist(Nov 03, 2016) While barn switches are common, it is remarkable for an owner to cease operations with the most accomplished trainer of his era. Los Angeles Times(Jan 01, 2017) 1adj unusual or striking a remarkable sight Syn singular extraordinary beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable 2adj worthy of notice a remarkable achievement Syn noteworthy important, significant important in effect or meaning |
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