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English
Etymology
From the present participle stem of Latin eminere (“‘to project’”) < ex- + minere.
Pronunciation
Adjective
eminent (comparative more eminent, superlative most eminent)
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Positive eminent |
Comparative more eminent |
Superlative most eminent |
- (archaic) high, lofty; towering; prominent.
- noteworthy. remarkable, great
- His eminent good sense has been a godsend to this project.
- of a person, distinguished, important, noteworthy
- In later years, the professor became known as an eminent historian.
Usage notes
Sometimes used by confusion with imminent.
Derived terms
Related terms
External links
- eminent in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, G. & C. Merriam, 1913
- eminent in The Century Dictionary, The Century Co., New York, 1911
- eminent at OneLook® Dictionary Search
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