CEFR C1

preeminence

noun

Meaning

The quality of being much more important or famous than others; superiority.

Examples

Her preeminence in the field of genetics was undisputed.
The preeminence of the Roman Empire lasted for centuries.

Synonyms: superiority, prominence, supremacy, distinction

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preeminence (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /prɪˈɛmɪnəns/

Also written: pre-eminence. Same meaning; acceptable spelling variants.

Definition

The quality of being much more important or famous than others; superiority.

Examples

Her preeminence in the field of genetics was undisputed.
The preeminence of the Roman Empire lasted for centuries.
Despite new competitors, the company maintained its preeminence in the market.

Synonyms of preeminence

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Antonyms of preeminence

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