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eminent definition

emi·nent (em′ə nənt)

adjective

  1. rising above other things or places; high; lofty
  2. projecting; prominent; protruding
  3. standing high by comparison with others, as in rank or achievement; renowned; exalted; distinguished
  4. outstanding; remarkable; noteworthy a man of eminent courage

Etymology: ME < L eminens: see eminence

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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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