luminary — a person who inspires or influences others, especially one prominent in a particular sphere
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who inspires or influences others, especially one prominent in a particular sphere
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈluː.mɪ.ner.i/
Korean meaning: 특정 분야에서 영향력 있는 저명인사, 지도적 인물
Korean pronunciation: **루**미너리
Example Sentences
- The cooking show featured several culinary luminaries who turned even instant noodles into gourmet dishes.
- Einstein was a scientific luminary whose theories revolutionized physics.
- The conference attracted luminaries from various fields, including a mime artist who silently stole the show.
luminary
NOUN//ˈluː.mɪ.ner.i//
a person who inspires or influences others, especially one prominent in a particular sphere
a distinguished scientist gestures enthusiastically while presenting a revolutionary discovery to the captivated audience. Her confident posture and animated expressions show years of expertise and natural leadership ability. The audience leans forward with intense focus, completely absorbed by her groundbreaking insights. Students frantically take notes while professors nod in recognition of her brilliance. Several people in the front row have expressions of awe and inspiration on their faces. a person who inspires and influences others through her prominence in the scientific sphere
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Origin
From Latin 'luminare' meaning 'light-giving body' or 'lamp.' Ancient Romans used this term for celestial bodies like the sun and moon, which evolved to describe brilliant or enlightening people.
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“The cooking show featured several culinary luminaries who turned even instant noodles into gourmet dishes.”
“Einstein was a scientific luminary whose theories revolutionized physics.”
“The conference attracted luminaries from various fields, including a mime artist who silently stole the show.”
“She became a luminary in environmental activism after her groundbreaking research.”
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