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(satellite adjective) 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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Synonyms: lofty, soaring, towering |
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(satellite adjective) having achieved eminence; "an eminent physician" |
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(satellite adjective) standing above others in quality or position; "people in high places"; "the high priest"; "eminent members of the community" |
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Synonyms: high |
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(satellite adjective) (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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Synonyms: distinguished, great |
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