Notability: meaning, definitions and examples

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notability

 

[ ˌnəʊtəˈbɪləti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

academic

The quality or state of being notable or remarkable, especially within a specific field or subject.

Synonyms

distinction, eminence, prominence.

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Word Description / Examples
notability

Used to describe someone or something that is notable or worthy of attention, often in a specific field or area of expertise.

  • Her notability in the field of molecular biology has earned her numerous awards.
  • The event's notability increased with the participation of several renowned speakers.
distinction

Used when referring to someone or something that is superior in quality or stands out due to excellence or uniqueness. Often implies a mark of honor or differentiation.

  • He graduated with distinction, receiving the highest honors in his class.
  • The restaurant has a distinction for its innovative cuisine and exceptional service.
prominence

Describes someone or something that is highly visible or well-known, often because of importance or impact in a particular area.

  • The politician gained national prominence through her advocacy for social reform.
  • The artist's prominence in the local community is reflected in her numerous public art installations.
eminence

Used to denote a high rank or recognized superior skill in a profession or field. Often associated with a sense of reverence or admiration.

  • The surgeon's eminence in cardiovascular surgery is well-known internationally.
  • Known for his intellectual eminence, the professor received multiple honorary doctorates.

Examples of usage

  • The notability of his research in the field of astrophysics led to numerous awards.
  • Her notability in the art world is widely recognized.
  • The notability of his contributions to literature cannot be overstated.
Context #2 | Noun

internet

The criteria used by Wikipedia and other wikis to determine if a topic merits its own article.

Synonyms

importance, relevance, significance.

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notability

Used when referring to someone or something that is well-known or worthy of attention, often in a positive sense.

  • The scientist gained notability for her groundbreaking research
  • The artist's notability grew after the exhibition
importance

Refers to the quality of being very significant or valuable, often in terms of priority or influence.

  • Education is of great importance to society
  • He realized the importance of punctuality in his new job
significance

Refers to the importance of something, particularly in terms of the meaning or implications it holds.

  • The discovery has great significance for the field of medicine
  • The event holds particular significance for the local community
relevance

Used when talking about how closely related or pertinent something is to the matter at hand.

  • The relevance of his comments during the meeting was undeniable
  • She questioned the relevance of the topic in today's world

Examples of usage

  • The article was deleted due to lack of notability.
  • Notability guidelines are important for maintaining the quality of content on the platform.

Translations

Translations of the word "notability" in other languages:

🇵🇹 notabilidade

🇮🇳 प्रसिद्धि

🇩🇪 Berühmtheit

🇮🇩 keterkenalan

🇺🇦 відомість

🇵🇱 znaczność

🇯🇵 著名度 (chomeido)

🇫🇷 notoriété

🇪🇸 notoriedad

🇹🇷 ün

🇰🇷 명성 (myeongseong)

🇸🇦 شهرة

🇨🇿 významnost

🇸🇰 významnosť

🇨🇳 知名度 (zhīmíngdù)

🇸🇮 znanost

🇮🇸 frægð

🇰🇿 танымалдық

🇬🇪 ცნობადობა

🇦🇿 məşhurluq

🇲🇽 notoriedad

Etymology

The word 'notability' originated in the mid-19th century from the word 'notable' which comes from the Latin word 'notabilis', meaning 'worthy of note'. Over time, 'notability' has evolved to represent both the quality of being notable or remarkable, as well as a specific criterion for inclusion in online platforms like Wikipedia. The concept of notability continues to play a significant role in various fields of study and online communities.

See also: annotate, notable, notables, notably, notary, notebook, noted, notepad, notes, noteworthy, notice.