preeminent
gb/pɹiˈɛmənənt/ us/pɹiˈɛmənənt/
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Kiingereza
vezető, első számú, kiemelkedő, kimagasló
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FORMAL
1
vezető
B1
első számú
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Muundo wa matumizi:
preeminent in [field/area]; the preeminent [person/thing] in [place/field]
She is widely regarded as the preeminent expert on early childhood development.
Széles körben úgy tartják, hogy ő a kisgyermekkori fejlődés első számú szakértője.
The university has become the preeminent institution for marine research in the region.
Az egyetem a régió vezető tengerkutató intézményévé vált.
For decades, the company held a preeminent position in the global market.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
He is the preeminent doctor in our city.
Ő a városunk első számú orvosa.
This school is preeminent in science.
Ez az iskola a természettudományok terén vezetőnek számít.
Kosa la kawaida:
Often confused with 'imminent' (about to happen). 'Preeminent' means 'the best/most important.'
Maana
most important or leading
Miunganiko ya maneno
preeminent position
|preeminent role
|preeminent figure
|preeminent leader
|preeminent authority
|preeminent scholar
|preeminent institution
|preeminent among
|preeminent in
|the preeminent expert
Visawe
foremost (Emphasizes being first in rank or importance.)
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leading (Common and slightly less formal; highlights influence or success.)
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top (More informal; focuses on being the best.)
Vinyume
minor (Of less importance or influence.)
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secondary (Not primary; less important in rank.)
Mada
work
|education
|society
|politics
|culture
Ufafanuzi
more important or respected than all others
More important, influential, or highly regarded than any others in a particular group or field; foremost.
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FORMAL
2
kiemelkedő
B2
kimagasló
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Muundo wa matumizi:
preeminent for [quality/achievement]
Her preeminent talent as a pianist was obvious even in her early performances.
Zongoristaként mutatott kiemelkedő tehetsége már a korai fellépésein is nyilvánvaló volt.
The book is preeminent for its clear explanations and careful research.
A könyv világos magyarázataival és alapos kutatómunkájával emelkedik ki.
They invited several preeminent speakers to the conference.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
He is a preeminent writer.
Ő kiemelkedő író.
The team is preeminent for its defense.
A csapat védekezésben kimagasló.
Kosa la kawaida:
Use 'preeminent' for people/things that clearly stand above others; for general praise, 'excellent' is more common.
Maana
outstandingly excellent and distinguished
Miunganiko ya maneno
preeminent talent
|preeminent achievement
|preeminent reputation
|preeminent contribution
|preeminent work
|preeminent artist
|preeminent scientist
|preeminent for its quality
Visawe
eminent (Stresses being famous and respected; slightly less strong than 'preeminent.')
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distinguished (Highlights honor and recognition for achievements.)
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outstanding (More general; focuses on notable excellence.)
Vinyume
undistinguished (Not notable or admired; ordinary.)
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mediocre (Only average in quality; not impressive.)
Mada
work
|arts
|education
|achievement
Ufafanuzi
extremely good and respected
Exceptionally good and admired; outstanding in quality or achievement.
Sarufi
Umbo la kamusi
preeminent
IPA
GB/pɹiˈɛmənənt/
US/pɹiˈɛmənənt/
Silabi na mkazo
pree - m - in - ent (silabi 4)
Stress on 2nd syllable (m)
Maumbo ya neno
Adjective
- Base: preeminent
Familia ya neno
Semi
preeminent among
1/pɹiˈɛmənənt əmˈʌŋ/
fixed phrase
formal
standing out as best in group
the best or most important in a group
Mifano
- She is preeminent among contemporary poets.
- The company remains preeminent among its competitors.
- His influence is preeminent among modern thinkers.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- He is preeminent among the players.
- This brand is preeminent among students.
preeminent in
1/pɹiˈɛmənənt ˈɪn/
fixed phrase
formal
best or most important in
the best or most respected in a subject
Mifano
- The lab is preeminent in cancer research.
- She became preeminent in her field after publishing the study.
- This city is preeminent in technology and design.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- Our school is preeminent in music.
- He is preeminent in robotics.