Meaning of the word prominence in English
What does prominence mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
prominence
US /ˈprɑː.mə.nəns/
UK /ˈprɒm.ɪ.nəns/
Noun
1.
the state of being important, famous, or noticeable
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The issue has gained considerable prominence in recent debates.
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Her work brought her to national prominence.
2.
a thing that projects from something, especially a feature on a landscape or a part of the body
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The mountain's rocky prominence offered a stunning view.
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A solar prominence is a large, bright feature extending outward from the Sun's surface.
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