memorably
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Definition
AdverbIn a way that is worth remembering or easily remembered, especially because it is very good, interesting, or unusual.
Usage
The adverb "memorably" is used to describe how an action is performed or how an event occurs, emphasizing that it creates a strong, lasting impression. It modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.
Examples
- The author memorably described the scene of the battle in her novel.
- The concert ended memorably with a spectacular fireworks display.
- He was memorably kind to me when I first arrived.
- The film's villain is memorably sinister.
Advanced Usage
- "most memorably": Used to single out the most significant or unforgettable instance from several.
- She has acted in many roles, most memorably as the queen in the 1995 film.
- "so memorably": Used for emphasis, often following a structure like "as...so memorably."
- As the poet so memorably put it, "hope is the thing with feathers."
Variants and Related Words
- Memorable (adjective): Worth remembering or easily remembered.
- It was a memorable performance.
- Memorability (noun): The quality of being memorable.
- The memorability of the speech made it famous.
Synonyms
- Unforgettably
- Remarkably
- Notably
- Strikingly
- Vividly
Antonyms
- Forgetably
- Unremarkably
- Ordinarily
Related Phrases and Idioms
- To go down in history memorably: To be remembered in history for a significant reason.
- Her speech went down in history memorably.
- Memorably good/bad: Used informally for strong emphasis on the quality.
- The food was memorably good.
Adverb
- in a memorable manner
- Horowitz could play Chopin memorably