eminently — To a notable degree; very clearly and obviously. Used to emphasize that someone or something has a particular quality to a high degree.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: To a notable degree; very clearly and obviously. Used to emphasize that someone or something has a particular quality to a high degree.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈemɪnəntli/
Example Sentences
- My cat is eminently lazy - it sleeps 20 hours a day and considers walking to the food bowl as exercise.
- The solution is eminently practical and cost-effective.
- He is eminently forgettable - I've introduced myself to him five times this week.
eminently
ADVERB[/ˈemɪnəntli/]
To a notable degree; very clearly and obviously. Used to emphasize that someone or something has a particular quality to a high degree.
To a notable degree; very clearly and obviously. Used to emphasize that someone or something has a particular quality to a high degree.
Eminently crafted, prominently displayed, permanently treasured!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'eminere' meaning 'to stand out' or 'to rise above.' The word literally described something that projected upward or stood prominently above its surroundings.
Breakdown
e- (out/from) + minere (to project/jut out) + -ent (adjective suffix) + -ly (adverb suffix)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My cat is eminently lazy - it sleeps 20 hours a day and considers walking to the food bowl as exercise.”
“The solution is eminently practical and cost-effective.”
“He is eminently forgettable - I've introduced myself to him five times this week.”
“The candidate is eminently qualified for this research position.”
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