Word of the Day: Notabilia

Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Wednesday, February 7, 2024

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noun

1. Things worthy of notice.

"Sherlock Holmes always seemed distracted at first, but he kept track of the notabilia others might not pay attention to."

"The museum exhibit is an immersive experience with notabilia from around the world displayed in cases and on the walls."

"If you find yourself getting distracted easily, try taking some time each day to focus on the notabilia in your surroundings."

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Latin, mid-19th century

"Notabilia" is a special way of saying "things worth noticing." On a large, historical scale, we can say that notabilia of the 20th century includes the two world wars, the Wright brothers' first aircraft, Einstein's theory of relativity, and countless technological advancements. ...