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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
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ˈɛmɪnənt

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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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