Remarquable (en. Outstanding)

/ʁə.maʁ.kabl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Worthy of attention, attracting the eye for its quality or exceptional character.
This painting is truly remarkable for its technique.
Ce tableau est vraiment remarquable par sa technique.
Who stands out from others by its value or quality.
She did remarkable work during this project.
Elle a fait un travail remarquable durant ce projet.
Who is worthy of being commented on or cited.
His speech contained remarkable ideas about the environment.
Son discours contenait des idées remarquables sur l'environnement.

Etymology

From the verb 'to notice,' meaning 'to note' or 'to observe.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

a remarkable performance
a performance that stands out for its quality
une performance remarquable
a remarkable talent
an exceptional gift in a particular field
un talent remarquable

Related Words

remarkably
In a way that deserves to be noticed.
remarquablement
remark
Observation, note, or comment on something.
remarque

Slang Meanings

An awesome thing
His new movie is an awesome thing!
Son nouveau film, c'est un truc de ouf !
So good
This concert was so good and really remarkable!
Ce concert était trop bien et vraiment remarquable !