notevoli

Notevoli is the plural form of the Italian adjective notevole, meaning remarkable, notable, or worthy of attention. It is used to describe people, objects, actions, events, or differences that stand out for their significance or impressiveness. The term can appear in formal, scholarly, or journalistic contexts as well as in everyday speech when emphasis on magnitude or importance is intended.

Etymology and form. Notevole derives from Latin notabilis, meaning noteworthy or able to be noted, through the development of Italian into the modern adjective notevole. The singular masculine and feminine form is notevole, while the plural form notevoli applies to both masculine and feminine nouns. Thus, notevoli modifies plural nouns such as progressi notevoli or differenze notevoli.

Usage notes. Notevole is commonly used in evaluative phrases to indicate substantial or striking qualities. It can pair with various nouns to convey emphasis, from scientific results to artistic achievements. In addition to notevole, synonyms such as significativo, eccezionale, rilevante, or impressionante may be used depending on nuance and register. While notevole often conveys positive or neutral admiration, context can determine whether the emphasis is favorable or simply descriptive.

Examples. Un progresso notevole; notevoli differenze tra i modelli; hanno ottenuto notevoli risultati; differenze notevoli tra le due configurazioni.

Related terms. The related noun notevolezza exists but is uncommon; notevole remains the standard adjective when describing notable characteristics in Italian.