eminently
gb/ˈɛmənəntli/ us/ˈɛmənəntli/
C1
English
~ 7700
rendkívül, rendkívüli, kiemelkedően
C1
FORMAL
1
Usage pattern:
eminently [adjective/past participle]
She is eminently qualified for the position.
That seems an eminently sensible solution to the problem.
The plan is eminently practical, even with our limited budget.
He handled the crisis in an eminently professional manner.
Although the movie was well made, it was eminently forgettable.
Learner examples
This is an eminently good idea.
He is eminently suitable for the job.
The book is written in an eminently clear style.
Her suggestion was eminently reasonable.
It is an eminently safe choice.
Common mistake:
Learners often confuse "eminently" with "imminently." "Eminently" means "very" (eminently qualified = very qualified), while "imminently" means "very soon" (a storm is imminent = a storm will happen soon). Another mistake is to use "eminently" before negative adjectives where a neutral adverb is more natural; while phrases like "eminently forgettable" exist, in most cases "very" or "extremely" is safer and more common.
Meaning
very; to a great extent
Collocations
eminently qualified
|eminently reasonable
|eminently sensible
|eminently practical
|eminently respectable
|eminently successful
Synonyms
highly (Very close in meaning; slightly more common and less formal than "eminently.")
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extremely (Stronger and more emotional; "eminently" often sounds more measured and formal.)
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remarkably (Emphasizes that something is surprising or unusual; "eminently" focuses on degree and suitability.)
Antonyms
slightly (Shows a small degree, which contrasts with the strong degree expressed by "eminently.")
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barely (Suggests almost not at all, the opposite of the strong emphasis in "eminently.")
Themes
communication
|evaluation
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Very; to a very great degree, often used before a positive adjective.
To a very high or outstanding degree, especially in a way that deserves approval or attention.
Grammar
Dictionary form
eminently
IPA
GB/ˈɛmənəntli/
US/ˈɛmənəntli/
Syllables & stress
em - in - ently (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (em)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: eminently
- Plural: eminentlies
Word family
Forms
eminentlies
noun
Advanced or less common
Expressions
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