adj. 1 noteworthy, noted, famous, famed, well-known, renowned, illustrious, important, prominent, eminent, outstanding, great, distinguished, celebrated, acclaimed Many notable people attended my college 2 remarkable, different, distinctive, singular, unusual, uncommon, pre-eminent, peerless, matchless, unmatched, unequalled, unparalleled, extraordinary, conspicuous, outstanding, memorable, unforgettable, striking She enjoyed a notable reputation as a cellist Last night's notable performance was enjoyed by a capacity audience.
n. 3 dignitary, personage, worthy, VIP; celebrity, luminary, Colloq (big) name, big shot Many notables attended the charity ball