meaning of prominent
1. Standing out, or projecting, beyond the line surface of something; jutting; protuberant; in high relief; as, a prominent figure on a vase.
2. Hence; Distinctly manifest; likely to attract attention from its size or position; conspicuous; as, a prominent feature of the face; a prominent building.
3. Eminent; distinguished above others; as, a prominent character.
4. conspicuous in position or importance; "a big figure in the movement"; "big man on campus"; "hes very large in financial circles"; "a prominent
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Related Words
prominent | prominently |
