Eminencias (en. Eminences)

/e.mi.nen.sjas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who is distinguished by their high merits or knowledge in a specific area.
The professor is one of the eminences in his field of study.
El profesor es una de las eminencias en su campo de estudio.
Quality of being eminent or outstanding.
The eminence of this work makes it a reference in modern art.
La eminencia de esta obra la convierte en un referente del arte moderno.
An honorary title awarded to certain individuals in institutions.
His eminence was invited to the closing ceremony.
Su eminencia fue invitada a la ceremonia de clausura.

Etymology

From the Latin 'eminencia', which means 'the elevated' or 'that which stands out'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make eminences
To achieve a high degree of knowledge or skill in a specific area.
hacer eminencias
a message of eminences
A message that comes from a distinguished person or one of great authority.
un mensaje de eminencias

Related Words

eminent
That which is very notable or outstanding in a field.
eminente
to distinguish
To separate or draw attention to someone or something amidst others due to their special characteristics.
distinguir
renowned
Known and respected in a particular area.
renombrado

Slang Meanings

A highly valued expert in their field.
That eminence in science always has the final word.
Esa eminencia en ciencia tiene siempre la última palabra.
A person of great reputation.
The artist is considered an eminence in the world of cinema.
El artista es considerado una eminencia en el mundo del cine.