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eminent
[ em-uh-nuhnt ]
adjective
- high in station, rank, or repute; prominent; distinguished:
eminent statesmen.
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- conspicuous, signal, or noteworthy:
eminent fairness.
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eminent peaks.
- prominent; projecting; protruding:
an eminent nose.
eminent
/ ˈɛɪəԳ /
adjective
- above others in rank, merit, or reputation; distinguished
an eminent scientist
- prenominal noteworthy, conspicuous, or outstanding
eminent good sense
- projecting or protruding; prominent
Derived Forms
- ˈԱԳٱ, adverb
Other 51Թ Forms
- i·ԱԳ· adverb
- ԴDz·i·ԱԳ adjective
- ܲȴ-i·ԱԳ adjective
- quasi-i·ԱԳ· adverb
- ܲ·i·ԱԳ adjective
- un·i·ԱԳ· adverb
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of eminent1
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Example Sentences
Others are understood to have raised concerns that it would be obstructed in the House of Lords, especially by eminent lawyers, if the government were seen to be moving with excessive speed.
The 29-year-old Bardella - a rising star of the French right - spoke on stage where he acknowledged the "eminent symbolic significance" of his invitation to Israel.
The benefits of going plant-based on health and longevity are increasingly well established and have prompted an eminent cardiologist to remark: "There are two kinds of cardiologists: vegans and those who haven't read the data."
More than a dozen eminent members of the advisory board for the Carter Center, the nonprofit he founded with his wife, Rosalynn, stepped down in protest.
Uribe, who signed the EPA petition, worries that his property’s value could be affected if a Superfund site is declared, or even that his property could be taken through eminent domain.
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What doeseminent mean?
Eminent means high in station, rank, or reputation.
Its noun form, eminence, refers to a position of superiority, high rank or status, or fame.
Someone who is eminent is prominent or distinguished in some way, especially within a particular field. The word is often associated with scholars.
Eminent is similar to prominent but is perhaps even more positive. Someone who is prominent is well-known and often important. Someone who is considered eminent is often both well-known and well-respected. Still, the words are often used in overlapping ways.
The word preeminent means extremely eminent—eminent or outstanding above all others.
The adverb eminently usually just means highly or very. It’s typically used to modify (describe) adjectives, as in She is eminently qualified.
Example: He has achieved prominence in his field of study and is one of the most eminent scholars in the nation.
Where doeseminent come from?
The first records of the word eminent come from around 1400. It comes from the Latin verb ŧŧ, meaning “to stand out.” The suffix -ence is used in nouns to indicate a state or condition and corresponds to the suffix -ent in adjectives (such as eminent).
People who are eminent stand out in their field, usually due to having accomplished many things and having earned the respect of their colleagues or the public.
Eminent should not be confused with imminent, which means likely to occur at any time.
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- eminence (noun)
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How iseminent used in real life?
Eminent is typically used in positive contexts involving someone who has earned a high status, rank, or level of respect.
Did you know the ERC has its own Scientific Council to define its strategy and how the ERC awards its grants? This week saw the Scientific Council's first meeting under the helm of new ERC President Mauro Ferrari. Learn all about these eminent researchers➡️
— European Research Council (ERC) (@ERC_Research)
Next month—eminent China scholar David Shambaugh presents his newest book, which explores U.S.-China competition in Southeast Asia, with 's .
— Asia Society (@AsiaSociety)
Eminent mathematician Professor CS Seshadri, known for his contributions in algebraic geometry and mathematical education, died on Friday. He was 88.
— Hindustan Times (@htTweets)
Try usingeminent!
Which of the following words is NOT a synonym of eminent?
A. prominent
B. esteemed
C. obscure
D. famed
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