Main Entry: em·i·nence

Pronunciation: \ˈe-mə-nən(t)s\

Function: noun

Date: 15th century

1 : a position of prominence or superiority
2 : one that is eminent, prominent, or lofty: as a : an anatomical protuberance (as on a bone) b : a person of high rank or attainments —often used as a title for a cardinal c : a natural elevation