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Preeminent Definition & Meaning

preeminent
adjective
  1. greatest in importance or degree or significance or achievement; "our greatest statesmen"; "the country's leading poet"; "a preeminent archeologist"

"Preeminent" in song lyrics

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  • "Hosanna! Victory is mine, I'm preeminent"
    The Cross Movement — Whirlwind
  • "But you got to live in it, God is preeminent"
    Lecrae f/ Tedashii — Represent

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Frequently asked questions

What does preeminent mean?
greatest in importance or degree or significance or achievement; "our greatest statesmen"; "the country's leading poet"; "a preeminent archeologist"
What part of speech is preeminent?
Preeminent is an adjective.

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