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preeminence

Preeminence (noun) means the status of being preeminent, dominant or ascendant.

noun
1
The status of being preeminent, dominant or ascendant.
2
High importance; superiority.
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Etymology

From Latin praeēminēntia.

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What is the meaning of preeminence?

"preeminence" (noun) means the status of being preeminent, dominant or ascendant.

What are the different meanings of preeminence?

"preeminence" has 2 main meanings: 1. The status of being preeminent, dominant or ascendant; 2. High importance; superiority.

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