adv
eminently
EH-mih-nuhnt-lee
Eminently (adv) means to a notable or high degree; very. Example: “She is eminently qualified for the position.”
adv
1
To a notable or high degree; very.
"She is eminently qualified for the position."
"The plan seems eminently sensible."
How to use eminently
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishVery, notably, or to a high degree — used to strengthen a positive description.
Common pairings
eminently qualified
eminently sensible
eminently suitable
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more eminently
- Superlative
- most eminently
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Rhymes for eminently
gently
recently
fluently
urgently
silently
intently
patently
decently
currently
fervently
patiently
evidently
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Frequently asked questions
What does “eminently” mean?
The word “eminently” means to a notable or high degree; very. In plain terms, very, notably, or to a high degree — used to strengthen a positive description.
How do you pronounce “eminently”?
“Eminently” is pronounced EH-mih-nuhnt-lee (/ˈɛmɪnəntli/ in IPA).
How do you use “eminently” in a sentence?
Here is “eminently” used in a sentence: “She is eminently qualified for the position.”
What part of speech is “eminently”?
“Eminently” is an adverb.
