eminently
adverb
em·i·nent·ly
ˈe-mə-nənt-lē 
: to a high degree : very
eminently worthy
an eminently sensible plan
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Eminently Has a Stand Out History
When British physician Tobias Venner wrote in 1620 of houses "somewhat eminently situated," he meant that the houses were literally located in a high place. That use has since slipped into obsolescence, as has the word's use to mean "conspicuously"—a sense that reflects its Latin root, ēminēre, which means "to stick out" or “protrude.” The figurative sense of “notably” or “very” that is prominent today was likely a new development when Venner was writing.
Examples of eminently in a Sentence
an applicant who is eminently qualified for the job
Recent Examples on the Web
Two highly modern, eminently civilized nations were plunged into chaos.
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Kelly McKinney, Twin Cities, 18 May 2025
And the games will be eminently shoppable, so Amazon and its advertisers can turn spots into instant sales.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2025
Regardless, the concert was a welcome testament to the transformative power of John’s music to uplift listeners — and the apparently ailing legend himself — while supporting an eminently worthy cause.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 May 2025
That means the building — near the water, walking distance to first-rate shopping, dining, schools and the beach — has remained a safe, attractive and eminently affordable place to live for its owners and residents, who include retirees and young couples and families.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2025
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Kelly McKinney, Twin Cities, 18 May 2025
And the games will be eminently shoppable, so Amazon and its advertisers can turn spots into instant sales.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2025
Regardless, the concert was a welcome testament to the transformative power of John’s music to uplift listeners — and the apparently ailing legend himself — while supporting an eminently worthy cause.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 May 2025
That means the building — near the water, walking distance to first-rate shopping, dining, schools and the beach — has remained a safe, attractive and eminently affordable place to live for its owners and residents, who include retirees and young couples and families.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for eminently
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“Eminently.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eminently. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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