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prominent
[ prom-uh-nuhnt ]
adjective
- standing out so as to be seen easily; particularly noticeable; conspicuous:
Her eyes are her most prominent feature.
Antonyms: inconspicuous, unobtrusive
- standing out beyond the adjacent surface or line; projecting.
Synonyms: protuberant, obvious
- leading, important, or well-known:
a prominent citizen.
Synonyms: distinguished, renowned, famed, famous, celebrated, eminent
prominent
/ ˈprɒmɪnənt /
adjective
- jutting or projecting outwards
- standing out from its surroundings; noticeable
- widely known; eminent
Derived Forms
- ˈprominently, adverb
- ˈprominentness, noun
Other Words From
- prom·i·nent·ly adverb
- non·prom·i·nent adjective
- o·ver·prom·i·nent adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of prominent1
Word History and Origins
Origin of prominent1
Example Sentences
The report adds to the many charges and sanctions leveled against Raoult—who is also a physician and became prominent during the COVID-19 pandemic for touting unproven therapies—and his institute.
And while #MeToo managed to hold a handful of prominent men accountable and change laws across several states, many other men dodged accusations and either retained or ascended to important roles.
Lurie was born into a prominent Jewish family.
Among his donors are familiar names in L.A. civic life: $1,000 each from lobbyist Arnie Berghoff, public affairs consultant Kerman Maddox, radio host Tavis Smiley and prominent lawyer Patricia Glaser.
But the announcement that Camerimage in the northern Polish city of Torun was going to give the movie its international debut has been criticised by some prominent cinematographers in Hollywood for being disrespectful to Hutchins' memory.
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