prominently — in a way that is easily seen or noticed; conspicuously
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a way that is easily seen or noticed; conspicuously
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈprɑːmɪnəntli/
Example Sentences
- His mustache was so prominently curled that birds kept trying to nest in it.
- The research prominently shows the benefits of regular exercise.
- Her phone number was prominently tattooed on his forehead after losing a bet.
prominently
ADVERB[/ˈprɑːmɪnəntli/]
in a way that is easily seen or noticed; conspicuously
The championship trophy sits prominently on the shelf, catching every visitor's eye.
Prominently honored for eminently deserved work that will permanently change the world!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'prominens' meaning 'jutting out' or 'standing forth,' derived from 'prominere' (pro- 'forward' + minere 'to jut out'). The adverbial form adds the suffix -ly to create the modern English adverb.
Breakdown
prominent (adjective, from Latin prominens) + -ly (adverb suffix) = prominently
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His mustache was so prominently curled that birds kept trying to nest in it.”
“The research prominently shows the benefits of regular exercise.”
“Her phone number was prominently tattooed on his forehead after losing a bet.”
“Environmental issues feature prominently in the new policy.”
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