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- US Pronunciation
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- [loo-muh-ner-ee]
- /ˈlu məˌnɛr i/
- /ˈluː.mɪ.nə.ri/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [loo-muh-ner-ee]
- /ˈlu məˌnɛr i/
Definitions of luminary word
- noun plural luminary a celestial body, as the sun or moon. 1
- noun plural luminary a body, object, etc., that gives light. 1
- noun plural luminary a person who has attained eminence in his or her field or is an inspiration to others: one of the luminaries in the field of medical science. 1
- adjective luminary of, relating to, or characterized by light. 1
- noun luminary A person who inspires or influences others, esp. one prominent in a particular sphere. 1
- noun luminary sb great or renowned 1
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Origin of luminary
First appearance:
before 1400 One of the 24% oldest English words
1400-50; late Middle English luminarye < Medieval Latin lūmināria lamp. See luminaria
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Parts of speech for Luminary
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
luminary popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
luminary usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for luminary
noun luminary
- dignitary — a person who holds a high rank or office, as in the government or church.
- celebrity — A celebrity is someone who is famous, especially in areas of entertainment such as films, music, writing, or sport.
- notable — worthy of note or notice; noteworthy: a notable success; a notable theory.
- personage — a person of distinction or importance.
- somebody — a person of some note or importance.
Antonyms for luminary
noun luminary
- nobody — a person of no importance, influence, or power.
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