Eminence

Meaning

fame or recognized superiority; high rank or status

Fame or recognized superiority, especially within a particular sphere.

Example Sentences

The professor achieved eminence in the field of quantum physics.

She rose to eminence as a leading scientist.

Example Expressions

eminence grise

Synonyms

distinction, prominence, prestige, renown, fame

Entry 1

distinction, prominence, prestige, renown

Entry 2

fame, distinction, prominence, renown, prestige

Antonyms

obscurity, insignificance, anonymity, mediocrity

Entry 1

obscurity, insignificance, anonymity, mediocrity

Entry 2

obscurity, insignificance, mediocrity

Collocations

achieve eminence, rise to eminence, eminence in field, position of eminence, intellectual eminence

Entry 1

achieve eminence, rise to eminence, eminence in field

Entry 2

rise to eminence, achieve eminence, position of eminence, intellectual eminence