eminent (ˈɛmɪnənt
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Definitions
adjective
- above others in rank, merit, or reputation; distinguished ⇒
an eminent scientist
- (prenominal) noteworthy, conspicuous, or outstanding ⇒
eminent good sense
- projecting or protruding; prominent
Alternative Forms
ˈeminently adverbWord Origin
C15: from Latin ēminēre to project, stand out, from minēre to standSynonyms
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Usage examples
It was a friendly constructive atmosphere, and he was seen as a very eminent clinician.
British Medical Journal (2002)Dad was a doctor, one of Australia's early eminent child psychiatrists.
The Advertiser, Sunday Mail (2004)Top British scientists and eminent theologians have written to Downing Street to protest.
Glasgow Herald (2002)Kate Millett, deeply depressed, agreed to see the eminent psychiatrist Dr Foreman.
, BEYOND FEAR (2002)