Synonyms for Notable (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a celebrity who is an inspiration to others):
luminary, notability, guiding light, leading light
WordNet sense 2 (worthy of notice):
noteworthy
WordNet sense 3 (having worth or merit or value; being honorable or admirable):
worthy
WordNet sense 4 (widely known and esteemed):
celebrated, famed, famous, illustrious, noted, renowned, far-famed
WordNet sense 5 (apprehended with certainty):
known
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