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- [pree-em-uh-nuh nt]
- /priˈɛm ə nənt/
- /priˈem·ə·nənt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [pree-em-uh-nuh nt]
- /priˈɛm ə nənt/
Definitions of preeminent word
- adjective preeminent eminent above or before others; superior; surpassing: He is preeminent in his profession. 1
- adjective preeminent notable 1
- adjective preeminent If someone or something is preeminent in a group, they are more important, powerful, or capable than other people or things in the group. 0
- adjective preeminent eminent above others; excelling others, esp. in a particular quality; surpassing 0
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Origin of preeminent
First appearance:
before 1400 One of the 24% oldest English words
1400-50; late Middle English < Latin praeēminent- (stem of praeēminēns), present participle of praeēminēre to project forward, be prominent. See pre-, eminent
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Parts of speech for Preeminent
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preeminent popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 70% 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.
preeminent usage trend in Literature
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adj preeminent
- a-1 — noting a vessel regarded by a shipping-classification society as being equipped to the highest standard and with equipment maintained in first-class condition.
- a1 — in good health; physically fit
- absolute — Absolute means total and complete.
- absolutist — the principle or the exercise of complete and unrestricted power in government.
adv preeminent
- importantly — of much or great significance or consequence: an important event in world history.
adjective preeminent
- arch — An arch is a structure that is curved at the top and is supported on either side by a pillar, post, or wall.
- celebrious — (obsolete) famous.
- elevated — Situated or placed higher than the surrounding area.
- eminent — (of a person) Famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession.
- especial — Better or greater than usual; special.
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