What does remarkableness mean?
Remarkableness is a formal noun meaning the quality of being remarkable, or worthy of special attention and admiration. It emphasizes the distinctive, unusual, or striking nature of a person, achievement, place, or event. Rather than directly naming the remarkable thing, as “remarkable” can, “remarkableness” focuses on the quality that makes it stand out. The word is often used in formal writing and discussion of notable accomplishments, natural scenery, artistic qualities, or unusual circumstances. Its construction, “remark” plus the suffix “-able” and then “-ness,” links it closely to the idea of being remarked upon: something with remarkableness attracts notice. In less formal contexts, “notability” or phrases such as “the remarkable nature of” are often more natural.
nounThe quality of being remarkable, especially of being worthy of attention or admiration. It refers to a distinctive or extraordinary quality that makes someone or something stand out.
- The quality of being remarkable; distinguishability, unusualness, or worthiness of attention.
"The remarkable beauty of the mountain landscape made it impossible for the travelers to ignore."
"The remarkableness of her achievement was recognized by the entire community."
"The remarkableness of the old building lies in its elaborate wooden carvings."
Usually uncountable and used in the singular. A plural is uncommon and generally unnecessary.
"The exhibition revealed the remarkableness of the early photographs."
Remarkableness turns the familiar idea of being notable into a word for the distinctive quality that makes something impossible to overlook.
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.
Where does remarkableness come from?
The word is formed from “remarkable,” a word based on “remark,” meaning to notice or comment on something. The suffix “-ness” was added to create a noun expressing the quality of being remarkable. Related forms include the adjective “remarkable” and the adverb “remarkably,” both sharing the same verbal root.
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How remarkableness is actually used
This is a formal noun, less common in everyday speech than “remarkable” and “notability.” It is especially associated with praising or emphasizing a distinctive quality.