Emminent vs. Eminent: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on November 17, 2023
"Emminent" is the incorrect spelling. The correct version is "Eminent," which means prominent or distinguished in position or importance.
Which is correct: Emminent or Eminent
How to spell Eminent?
Emminent is Incorrect
Eminent is Correct
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Key Differences
Recall that "Eminent" has just one "m" like "prominent."
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Think of "Eminent" as a single mountain peak, with only one "m."
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Associate "Eminent" with a famous personality to remember its prominence.
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If "Emminent" seems too long, it probably is; remember the single "m."
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Visualize a banner with "Eminent Achievement" to remember its high standing.
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Emminent and Eminent Definitions
Eminent
Distinguished among others of a similar kind.
She's eminent in the field of literature.
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Eminent
Standing out so as to be clearly visible.
His eminent talent was recognized early.
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Eminent
Superior in some quality or attribute.
He's an eminent authority on climate change.
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Eminent
Of high reputation or outstanding distinction.
The eminent scientist received a Nobel Prize.
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Eminent
Prominent or noticeable in position or importance.
The building occupies an eminent location in the city.
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Eminent
Well-known and respected, especially for achievement in a particular field
An eminent historian.
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Eminent
Being such in full measure; complete; absolute
"the eminent sanity, good-humor and judgement you always display in pushing matters you have at heart" (Theodore Roosevelt).
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Eminent
Noteworthy, remarkable, great.
His eminent good sense has been a godsend to this project.
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Eminent
(of a person) Distinguished, important, noteworthy.
In later years, the professor became known as an eminent historian.
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Eminent
Being, metaphorically, above others, whether by birth, high station, merit, or virtue; high in public estimation; distinguished; conspicuous; as, an eminent station; an eminent historian, statements, statesman, or saint.
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Eminent
(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation;
Our distinguished professor
An eminent scholar
A great statesman
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Eminent
Standing above others in quality or position;
People in high places
The high priest
Eminent members of the community
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Eminent
Of imposing height; especially standing out above others;
An eminent peak
Lofty mountains
The soaring spires of the cathedral
Towering iceburgs
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FAQs
What is the plural form of Eminent?
"Eminent" is an adjective, so it doesn't have a plural form.
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Why is it called Eminent?
It's derived from the Latin word "eminens" which means "standing out."
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Is Eminent a negative or positive word?
It is generally a positive word indicating prominence or distinction.
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What is the root word of Eminent?
The root word is Latin "eminens," meaning "standing out."
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What is the verb form of Eminent?
There isn't a direct verb form for "Eminent." The related verb would be "eminate," though it's not commonly used.
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Is the word Eminent imperative?
No, "Eminent" is an adjective, not an imperative verb.
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Which preposition is used with Eminent?
Prepositions like "among," "in," or "for" can be used, depending on context.
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What is the opposite of Eminent?
The opposite could be "insignificant" or "unknown."
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Which determiner is used with Eminent?
Determiners like "this," "that," "his," "her" can be used, depending on the sentence.
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What is the first form of Eminent?
"Eminent" as an adjective doesn't have verb forms like first, second, or third form.
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Which conjunction is used with Eminent?
Common conjunctions like "and," "or," and "but" can be used, depending on the sentence.
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Which article is used with Eminent?
Both "an" and "the" can be used, depending on context.
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Is the Eminent term a metaphor?
No, but it can be used metaphorically in some contexts.
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Is Eminent a vowel or consonant?
"Eminent" is a word composed of both vowels and consonants.
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What is the stressed syllable in Eminent?
The first syllable, "Em," is stressed.
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How is Eminent used in a sentence?
"Her eminent expertise in the subject earned her international recognition."
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