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Pronunciation

IPA Phonetic Spelling of "preeminent"

IPA: /ˈpriːˌɛmɪnənt/

Syllable Breakdown:

  • pre-: /ˈpriː/

    • /p/: Voiceless bilabial stop

    • /r/: Alveolar approximant

    • /iː/: Long close front vowel

  • e-mi-nen-t: /ˌɛmɪnənt/

    • /ɛ/: Open-mid front unrounded vowel

    • /m/: Bilabial nasal

    • /ɪ/: Close front unrounded vowel

    • /n/: Alveolar nasal

    • /ə/: Schwa

    • /n/: Alveolar nasal

    • /t/: Voiceless alveolar stop

Word Form Variations

The word "preeminent" does not have any word form variations. It is already in its singular form and has no plural counterpart.

The term "preeminent" means "superior in quality or position to others; outstanding." It is an adjective used to describe a person or thing.

Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms

Adjective

  • Definition: Superior in quality or position to others; outstanding.

  • Synonyms: Dominant, eminent, foremost, leading, paramount, supreme.

  • Antonyms: Inferior, subordinate, lesser, secondary.

Noun (rare)

  • Definition: A person or thing that is preeminent.

  • Synonyms: Pinnacle, exemplar, paragon, masterpiece.

  • Antonyms: Inferior, mediocrity, substandard.

Examples of Use

Books

  • "He was a preeminent scholar in the field of linguistics." 

  • "The novel's preeminent theme is the exploration of identity." 

Newspapers

  • "The team's preeminent defense was the key to their championship victory." 

  • "She is a preeminent figure in the world of fashion." 

Online Publications

  • "The website is a preeminent resource for information on climate change." 

  • "The company is a preeminent leader in the tech industry." 

Entertainment Mediums and Platforms

  • "The actor's preeminent performance earned him an award." 

  • "The singer's preeminent voice captivated the audience." 

General Public Discourse

  • "He is considered a preeminent expert on artificial intelligence." 

  • "The painting is a preeminent example of Impressionist art." 

10 Famous Quotes Using the term Preeminent

  1. "The preeminent question of our time is whether we are going to be able to make peace with nature." - Jacques Cousteau (Environmentalist)

  2. "The preeminent need of mankind is not for food or shelter, but for love and understanding." - Mahatma Gandhi (Leader of Indian Independence Movement)

  3. "In the world of science, Albert Einstein was the preeminent figure of the 20th century." - Stephen Hawking (Theoretical Physicist)

  4. "The preeminent challenge of our generation is climate change." - Al Gore (Former U.S. Vice President)

  5. "A preeminent leader is one who inspires others to reach their full potential."

  6. "In the realm of art, Leonardo da Vinci was a preeminent master."

  7. "A preeminent teacher is one who not only imparts knowledge but also fosters a love of learning."

  8. "The preeminent quality of a good friend is unwavering loyalty."

  9. "A preeminent athlete is one who consistently exceeds expectations."

  10. "The preeminent goal of education is to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills."

Etymology

Preeminent comes from two Latin words:

  1. "prae": This means "before" or "in front of."

  2. "eminens": This means "standing out" or "prominent."

So, when you put them together, "preeminent" means something that stands out or is superior compared to others, because it comes before them in terms of quality or importance.

The first known use of "preeminent" in English was in the 16th century. It was used to describe something or someone that was very important or excellent.

Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Preeminent

  • Let’s explore some related phrases and idioms that capture similar meanings:

    Related Phrases:

    • At the forefront: This phrase means to be leading or in a prominent position.

    • Head and shoulders above: This idiom indicates being significantly better than others.

    • Top of the heap: This phrase suggests being the best or most important.

    Idioms with Synonyms:

    • A cut above: This idiom means superior or better than average.

    • A class act: This idiom implies someone or something that is excellent or exceptional.

    • A league of one's own: This phrase suggests being far superior to others in a particular field.

    While "preeminent" itself may not have many idiomatic uses, these related phrases and idioms can convey similar meanings and provide a richer vocabulary.

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Definition of preeminent from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.