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- Dictionaryeminent/ˈɛmɪnənt/
adjective
- 1. (of a person) famous and respected within a particular sphere: "one of the world's most eminent statisticians" Similar Opposite
- 2. (of a positive quality) present to a notable degree: "the book's scholarship and eminent readability" Similar
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noticeable or worth remarking on, or very great: This shows eminent good sense. (Definition of eminent from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Examples of eminent. eminent.
1. : exhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent. 2. : standing out so as to be readily perceived or noted : conspicuous. 3. : jutting out : projecting. Did you know?
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.
noticeable or worth remarking on, or very great: This shows eminent good sense. (Definition of eminent from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Examples of eminent. eminent. The city acquires the mortgage note at fair market value using reverse eminent domain. From TIME.
An eminent person is well-known and respected, especially because they are good at their profession.
Definition of eminent adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
adj. 1. above others in rank, merit, or reputation; distinguished: an eminent scientist. 2. (prenominal) noteworthy, conspicuous, or outstanding: eminent good sense. 3. projecting or protruding; prominent. [C15: from Latin ēminēre to project, stand out, from minēre to stand]
Anyone highly regarded or prominent is eminent. Eminent people are very successful at their jobs. If you’ve heard of Neil deGrasse Tyson, it’s probably because he’s an eminent astrophysicist. Every field has eminent — impressive, famous, or accomplished — people.
Eminent definition: Well-known and respected, especially for achievement in a particular field.
Definition of eminent adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
