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preeminence

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Preeminence (noun) means the state of being clearly more important or powerful than others.

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1
The state of being clearly more important or powerful than others.
2
Great importance or being better than others.
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Etymology

This word comes from Latin praeēminēntia.

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What is the meaning of preeminence?
"preeminence" (noun) means the state of being clearly more important or powerful than others.
What is another word for preeminence?
Other words for "preeminence" include eminence, note, distinction.
What are the different meanings of preeminence?
"preeminence" has 2 main meanings: 1. The state of being clearly more important or powerful than others; 2. Great importance or being better than others.

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