Prominence Definition

prominence
noun
  1. the state of being prominent: widely known or eminent
  2. relative importance
  3. something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings; "the gun in his pocket made an obvious bulge"; "the hump of a camel"; "he stood on the rocky prominence"; "the occipital protuberance was well developed"; "the bony excrescence between its horns"

"Prominence" in song lyrics

See how prominence is used in real songs:

  • "Total dominance, rise to prominence"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Seven
  • "We used struck pose rose to prominence"
    Darkim Be Allah — World Domination
  • "I'm in this for permanent prominence"
    Hieroglyphics — Pep Love

Usage tips for "prominence"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "prominence" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for prominence to find words that pair well.

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