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eminent

adjective

Of imposing height; especially standing out above others

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Word Facts

Word length
7
Starts with
E
Ends with
T
Contains
MI
Scrabble score
9
CEFR level
C2

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈɛmɪnənt

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Definitions

adjective

  1. Of imposing height; especially standing out above others

    “An eminent peak”

adjective

  1. Standing above others in quality or position

    “People in high places”

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Example Sentences

An eminent peak
Lofty mountains
The soaring spires of the cathedral
Towering icebergs
People in high places
The high priest
Eminent members of the community

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