preeminent

[pri-em-uh-nuhnt]

preeminent Definition

  • 1surpassing all others; very distinguished in some way
  • 2having paramount rank, dignity, or importance

Using preeminent: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "preeminent" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She is the preeminent expert in her field.

  • Example

    He is considered the preeminent artist of his generation.

  • Example

    The company has maintained its preeminent position in the market for years.

preeminent Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with preeminent

  • the most important or distinguished among a group of people or things

    Example

    He was preeminent among the scientists working on the project.

  • having a position of superiority or dominance in a particular area

    Example

    The company is preeminent in the field of artificial intelligence.

  • a person who is recognized as the foremost authority in their field of study

    Example

    The university hired a preeminent scholar to lead their research department.

Origins of preeminent

from Latin 'praeminere', meaning 'to project forward'

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Summary: preeminent in Brief

The term 'preeminent' [pri-em-uh-nuhnt] refers to something that surpasses all others and is very distinguished in some way. It denotes paramount rank, dignity, or importance, exemplified by 'She is the preeminent expert in her field.' 'Preeminent' extends into phrases like 'preeminent among,' and 'preeminent in,' denoting the most important or distinguished among a group of people or things, or having a position of superiority or dominance in a particular area.

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