eminence

em·i·nence

noun \ˈe-mə-nən(t)s\

Definition of EMINENCE

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

Examples of EMINENCE

1. <the eminence of the Nobel Prize in the field of awards and prizes>
2. <the old citadel sits on an eminence with a commanding view of the city>

First Known Use of EMINENCE

15th century

Related to EMINENCE

Synonyms: distinction, dominance, noteworthiness, paramountcy, preeminence, preponderance, preponderancy, prepotency, prestigiousness, primacy, superiority, supremacy, transcendence

Antonyms: lowland

Related Words: celebrity, fame, famousness, glory, honor, kudos, renown, reputation, repute; megastardom, stardom, superstardom; greatness, illustriousness, nobleness, notableness; ascendance (also ascendence), ascendancy (also ascendency), authority, domination, dominion; influence, power, prestige, weight; infamy, notoriety

Near Antonyms: insignificance; inferiority, mediocrity; obscureness, obscurity

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Other Forms of Address Terms

appellation, beatitude, brethren, emeritus, esquire, sire, sous