eminence (ˈɛmɪnəns
)
Definitions
noun
- a position of superiority, distinction, high rank, or fame
- a high or raised piece of ground
- anatomy a projection of an organ or part
Also called
Word Origin
C17: from French, from Latin ēminentia a standing out; see eminentSynonyms
View thesaurus entryEminence (ˈɛmɪnəns) or Eminency
Definitions
noun
- preceded by Your or His a title used to address or refer to a cardinal
Usage examples
Occasionally, guests of sufficient eminence were brought forward by the First Secretary to be introduced.
, THE KEYS OF HELL (2002)Nash wanted to be a great mathematician at a major university, so even eminence in game theory wouldn't do it.
New Scientist (1998)These are cogent words and coming from a man of such eminence as Tutu they must be taken very seriously.
SA Star (2004)With a bit of luck and a fair wind, politicians believe, your eminence will grow.
Times, Sunday Times (2002)Twice more during the day we saw such a tower, on just such an eminence.
, A BOOK OF LANDS AND PEOPLES (2003)