What is another word for eminence?

Pronunciation: [ˈɛmɪnəns] (IPA)

Eminence is a term used to describe someone who is prominent or outstanding in a particular field or area. Some synonyms for the word eminence include distinction, prestige, importance, prominence, reputation, renowned, and status. These words are often used to describe someone who is well-respected and admired for their accomplishments. Other synonyms for eminence include notability, influence, honor, fame, and celebrity. All of these words can be used to describe someone who has achieved a high level of success and recognition in their field, and who is truly deserving of the respect and admiration of others.

Synonyms for Eminence:

What are the hypernyms for Eminence?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • hypernyms for eminence (as nouns)

What are the hyponyms for Eminence?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

What are the opposite words for eminence?

Eminence is a word that describes a person or thing that is noteworthy or distinguished. Its antonyms, on the other hand, refer to characteristics that are less admirable or noteworthy. Minutiae, obscurity, insignificance, and unimportance are some of the antonyms for eminence. While the former signifies an individual's excellence or prominence, the latter represents the contrary - utter lack of distinctiveness or importance. However, the antonym of eminence barely has any impact on the utility of the word as both are vital parts of the language. It enhances our vocabulary and helps us to ascertain the right word to use in various contexts.

What are the antonyms for Eminence?

Usage examples for Eminence

You only know of one kind of pride, that of station and social eminence.
"The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II)"
Charles James Lever
Massingbred bowed in acquiescence, and after a pause his Excellency went on:- "There would be no objection to your adding something to the effect that my selection of him was prompted by motives in which party has no share; that his acknowledged eminence at the bar,-a character to which even political opponents bear honorable testimony,-in fact, Massingbred," added he, impatiently, "if the appointment should come to be questioned in the House, let us have it on record that we made it solely on motives directed to the public service.
"The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II)"
Charles James Lever
He had achieved a position of respectable eminence without ever having had an idea in his head.
"Command"
William McFee

Famous quotes with Eminence

  • Persons who are born too soon or born too late seldom achieve the eminence of those who are born at the right time.
    Katharine Anthony
  • A position of eminence makes a great person greater and a small person less.
    Jean de la Bruyere
  • It is to be regretted that few persons who have arrived at any degree of eminence or fame, have written Memorials of themselves, at least such as have embraced their private as well as their public life.
    Adam Clarke
  • I venture to allude to the impression which seemed generally to prevail among their brethren across the seas, that the Old Country must wake up if she intends to maintain her old position of pre-eminence in her colonial trade against foreign competitors.
    King George V
  • Let us ever remember that our interest is in concord, not in conflict; and that our real eminence rests in the victories of peace, not those of war.
    William McKinley

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