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Eminent Definition & Meaning

eminent
adjective
  1. standing above others in quality or position; "people in high places"; "the high priest"; "eminent members of the community"
  2. of imposing height; especially standing out above others; "an eminent peak"; "lofty mountains"; "the soaring spires of the cathedral"; "towering icebergs"

"Eminent" in song lyrics

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  • "My time I'm livin' it, my persona eminent"
    Cormega f/ Lil Wayne — Who Can I Trust?

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Frequently asked questions

What does eminent mean?
standing above others in quality or position; "people in high places"; "the high priest"; "eminent members of the community" of imposing height; especially standing out above others; "an eminent peak"; "lofty mountains"; "the soaring spires of the cathedral"; "towering icebergs"
What part of speech is eminent?
Eminent is an adjective.
How many definitions does eminent have?
Eminent has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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