PROMINENCE Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

prominence

noun

ˈprä-mə-nən(t)s

Definition of prominence

as in hill

an area of high ground a rocky prominence that commands a stunning view of the surrounding area

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Recent Examples of prominence However, Galena was his home during his unlikely rise to prominence. — Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026 Although never not in favor, the Nike Air Force 1 Low has taken a particular place of prominence this summer with the return of its ’01 construction and some particularly bold takes on the ’07 build that’s long been the baseline. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 10 July 2026 In addition to his social media prominence, Keyne has reached a new audience at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026 Katz, the 27-year-old political operative who rose to prominence after helping to propel Zohran Mamdani to Gracie Mansion, boarded a flight from Newark to Bangor on Tuesday afternoon before taking a car to Platner’s Sullivan home. — Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for prominence

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Noun

Many who rely on copper-wire landlines live in remote rural areas, but some also live in the hills and canyons of major metro areas like Los Angeles, where cell and internet service is patchy and the risk of natural disasters is high.

— Jenny Jarvie Follow, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
Farther afield are El Panecillo, a hill topped by a towering Virgin Mary statue, and the Middle of the World complex, which celebrates Quito’s equatorial location.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026

Definition of hill

Noun

Standing alone on the mound taught him how to manage failure, control his emotions and move on to the next pitch.

— Latif Love July 10, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
Though this is the first time Ohtani has skipped a pitching start, the Dodgers did push back his last start on the mound by two days.

— Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

Definition of mound

Noun

Three extraordinary new books, published this year, shed light on the brilliance and complexity of Morrison’s life and work, and place her as an American eminence, a visionary who saw fiction as a means through which to recast her country’s story.

— Leigh Haber, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
For much of the past week, all that Colombia had been able to agree upon was the pre-eminence of Luis Diaz, who remained a whirling dervish throughout the match as his side’s outstanding player.

— Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 24 June 2026

Definition of eminence

Noun

Positioned at an elevation of about 2,600 meters, the radar can reportedly detect ballistic missile launches at distances of up to 3,106 miles (5,000 kilometers).

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026
Despite its 7,486-yard length and strong winds, the 3,000-foot elevation aids play on wide fairways and undulating greens.

— Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of elevation

Noun

Whether your itinerary is packed with sweaty mountain hikes, relaxing beach days, or bopping around wine bars, staying cool is essential in summer heatwaves.

— Olivia Dubyak, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2026
That caught the attention of vineyard consultant Ken Swegles, who subsequently put him to work during harvest at dozens of small sites throughout the mountains.

— Laura Ness, Mercury News, 5 July 2026

Definition of mountain

Noun

Reached via Torremuelle station and a short walk to the coastline, the small cove is framed by rocky cliffs and greenery rather than rows of restaurants and sun loungers.

— Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Visit Deception Pass, Washington’s most popular state park, for its dramatic cliffs, turquoise waters, and iconic bridge.

— Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026

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