n. Function: noun
1 a condition, position, or state of great importance or superiority FF1C; the eminence of the presidency FF1E;
Synonyms: distinction, illustriousness, kudos, preeminence, prestige, prominence, prominency, renown
Related Words: greatness, loftiness, prepotency, significance, superiority; authority, credit, dignity, importance, influence, power, weight; fame, famousness, glory, honor, reputation, repute
Contrasted Words: insignificance, unimportance; obscurity
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Synonyms: NOTABLE 1, big-timer, bigwig, chief, dignitary, leader, lion, luminary, notability, VIP
3 a natural elevation FF1C; the house stood on an eminence overlooking the river FF1E;
Synonyms: projection, prominence
Related Words: peak, raise, rise, uprise; altitude, elevation, height; highness, loftiness
Contrasted Words: cavity, depression, dip