prominently
Americanadverb
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in a way that stands out so as to be easily seen; noticeably or conspicuously.
I still have a card someone sent me last year, prominently displayed on my desk.
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in a leading role or with a high degree of public recognition; importantly.
He has published more than 30 books and 250 articles, most prominently his monograph on ethical investing.
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in a way that stands out from a surface or line.
In these carved human figures, foreheads are low and noses given varied shapes, often jutting out prominently from the face.
Other Word Forms
- nonprominently adverb
- overprominently adverb
Etymology
Origin of prominently
Example Sentences
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Prices are displayed more prominently than anything else most people regularly buy.
Florida is featuring quite prominently in this column of late.
From MarketWatch
Such disclosures must be “clearly and prominently” provided at the time the recommendation is made — not buried in the small print of legal paperwork — and they must explain the nature of the revenue sharing.
From MarketWatch
Such doubts have largely been overcome over the past 60 years as Catholics have contributed prominently to American society and culture, said Archbishop Paul Coakley of Oklahoma City, president of the conference of U.S. bishops.
As a result, improving palliative care is now expected to feature more prominently on Holyrood's agenda in the short term.
From BBC
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