or pre-em′inent
eminent above others; excelling others, esp. in a particular quality; surpassing
Origin of preeminent
Middle English from Classical Latin praeeminens, present participle of praeeminere, to project forward: see pre- and eminence
adjective
The definition of preeminent is someone who is distinguished in some way or who surpasses and exceeds the accomplishments of others.
The world's most knowledgeable expert on bugs is an example of a preeminent bug expert.
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adjective
Superior to or notable above all others; outstanding. See Synonyms at famous.
Origin of preeminent
Middle English from Latin praeēminēns present participle of praeēminēre to excel prae- pre- ēminēre to stand out ; see eminent .Related Forms:
- pre·em′i·nence
noun
- pre·em′i·nent·ly
adverb
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Adjective
(not comparable)
- Exceeding others in quality or rank; of outstanding excellence, extremely notable or important. [from 15th c.]
Origin
From Middle French preeminent and its source, Latin praeÄ“minÄ“ns, present participle of praeÄ“minÄ“re (“to stand out, excel"), from prae- (“pre-") + Ä“minÄ“re.
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Sentence Examples
- The preeminent guide to senior issues, AARP strives to provide comprehensive and current information on subjects of interest to seniors of all ages.
- The 4 Day Baja Mexico cruise offered by Carnival Cruise Line enables passengers to enjoy the wonders of one of Mexico's preeminent cruising destinations.
- Considered by many to be the preeminent raw food and living health center, the organization is a comprehensive source of information and offers numerous classes, workshops, and seminars.
- Some preeminent historical figures who were home-schooled include several presidents, such as George Washington, John Quincy Adams, Abraham Lincoln, and Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
- He stands preeminent above all; he unites in himself all the best qualities of other explorers..
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WORDS NEAR preeminent IN THE DICTIONARY
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