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Synonyms & Similar Words
unremarkable
insignificant
inconsequential
negligible
unmemorable
ordinary
mediocre
mundane
dull
uninteresting
uninspiring
bland
vapid
hollow
shallow
forgetful
unnoteworthy
lacking
deficient
imperfect
incomplete
inconsiderable
unimportant
trivial
slight
inconspicuous
obscure
unnoticed
disregarded
ignored
overlooked
unregarded
unheeded
disregardless
Meaning of Forgettable
The primary meaning of "forgettable" is describing something that is easily forgotten or not worth remembering.
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "forgettable" as unable to be remembered; not worthy of notice or attention.
- * It can also describe someone or something that is not memorable or noteworthy.
Etymology of Forgettable
The word "forgettable" has its roots in the verb "forget," which comes from Old English "forgitan," a combination of "for" (meaning "away from") and "gitian" (meaning "to get"), and the suffix "-able," which forms an adjective indicating capability or worthiness.
Historically, the term has been used to describe things that are easily dismissed from memory or are not significant enough to be remembered.
Example Uses
- The movie was so forgettable that I couldn't recall its title a week after watching it.
- * The singer's performance was forgettable compared to the other acts in the concert.