C1adverb2K

Notably

UK /["/ˈnəʊtəbli/"]/US /["/ˈnəʊtəbli/"]/

Definition

used for giving a good or the most important example of something

In simple words: Especially or particularly.

Examples

  • The house had many drawbacks, most notably its price.
  • This argument has been put forward by many politicians, most notably by the Prime Minister and the Foreign Secretary.
  • This has not been a notably successful project.

Usage notes

Use 'notably' in formal writing or discussions to highlight important examples or points. It might feel too strong or unnecessary in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

notably + clause

Memory hint

Think of 'notably' as 'note-ably' — you are noting something important.

Collocations

  • notably absent
  • notably different
  • notably improved
  • notably larger
  • notably successful

Synonyms

  • especially

Antonyms

  • insignificantly
  • unremarkably
  • commonly
  • ordinarily

Common mistakes

  • Using 'notably' in a question form incorrectly.
  • Confusing with 'notable' as a noun.
  • Placing 'notably' too far from the subject it modifies.