eminent

adjective
/ˈɛm.ɪ.nənt/

Meaning

Famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession.
famous; distinguished; great; respected

Example Sentences

He is an eminent scientist known for groundbreaking research.

She is an eminent scientist in her field.

He is an eminent professor of physics.

Example Expressions

eminent domain

Synonyms

Distinguished, Renowned, Prominent, famous, distinguished, renowned, notable, prominent, celebrated
Entry 1
Distinguished, Renowned, Prominent
Entry 2
famous, distinguished, renowned, notable, prominent
Entry 3
renowned, distinguished, notable, prominent, celebrated

Antonyms

Unknown, Obscure, Ordinary, unknown, obscure, insignificant, ordinary
Entry 1
Unknown, Obscure, Ordinary
Entry 2
unknown, obscure, insignificant, ordinary
Entry 3
unknown, ordinary, insignificant

Collocations

eminent scientist, eminent scholar, eminent person, eminent domain, eminent leader, eminent historian, eminent authority
Entry 2
eminent scientist, eminent scholar, eminent person, eminent domain
Entry 3
eminent scientist, eminent leader, eminent historian, eminent authority

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