Eminencia (en. Eminence)

/e.mi.'nen.sja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who stands out in a science, art, or activity for their high level.
The professor is an eminence in the field of quantum physics.
El profesor es una eminencia en el campo de la física cuántica.
Elevation of the land or protruding part of a surface.
From the eminence, one can see the entire valley.
Desde la eminencia se puede ver todo el valle.
Meaning of importance or relevance in a social or academic context.
His eminence in the community is recognized by all.
Su eminencia en la comunidad es reconocida por todos.

Etymology

From Latin 'eminentia', which means 'height' or 'distinction'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

In eminence
In a prominent or important place.
en eminencia
Make amends
Review or correct something based on its relevance or importance.
hacer enmienda

Related Words

Eminent
Having notable excellence or quality.
eminente
Eminently
Eminently; to a high degree.
eminentemente

Slang Meanings

A famous or influential person in a specific area.
That singer is an eminence in urban music.
Ese cantante es una eminencia en la música urbana.
Someone with great skill or knowledge in a particular field.
He has been considered an eminence in software programming.
Él ha sido considerado una eminencia en la programación de software.