C1 adjective Neutral

promemment

/ˈprɒmɪnənt/

Describing something that is particularly noticeable, conspicuous, or stands out from its surroundings. It also refers to individuals who are important, famous, or hold a high-profile position in society or a specific field.

Examples

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1

The church steeple is a prominent feature of the local skyline.

The tall tower of the church is a very noticeable part of the city's view.

2

The candidate's name was placed in a prominent position at the top of the ballot.

The person's name was put in an easy-to-see spot at the very beginning of the voting paper.

3

He's got a pretty prominent nose, doesn't he?

He has a quite large and noticeable nose, right?

Word Family

Noun
prominence
Adverb
prominently
Adjective
prominent
Related
prominentness
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Memory Tip

Think of a 'PRO' (professional) who is 'MINENT' (meant) to be seen. Or visualize a mountain 'promontory' jutting out into the sea.

Quick Quiz

The CEO held a ___ position in the community, often leading local charity events and business forums.

Correct!

The correct answer is: prominent

Examples

1

The church steeple is a prominent feature of the local skyline.

everyday

The tall tower of the church is a very noticeable part of the city's view.

2

The candidate's name was placed in a prominent position at the top of the ballot.

formal

The person's name was put in an easy-to-see spot at the very beginning of the voting paper.

3

He's got a pretty prominent nose, doesn't he?

informal

He has a quite large and noticeable nose, right?

4

Several prominent scholars have questioned the validity of the recent findings.

academic

A number of well-known and respected experts have doubted if the new results are true.

5

The company played a prominent role in the development of the new industrial park.

business

The business had a very important and visible part in creating the new area for factories.

Word Family

Noun
prominence
Adverb
prominently
Adjective
prominent
Related
prominentness

Common Collocations

prominent role an important or visible part played in an event or process
prominent feature a characteristic that is easily noticed
prominent figure a person who is well-known or influential
prominent position a high-ranking job or a highly visible location
prominent place a location where something is easily seen by everyone

Common Phrases

rise to prominence

to become famous, important, or successful

play a prominent part

to be one of the most important factors in an outcome

in a prominent place

situated where it cannot be missed

Often Confused With

promemment vs eminent

Eminent specifically implies being highly respected and successful within a profession, whereas prominent can simply mean being well-known or physically noticeable.

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Usage Notes

The word can describe physical objects that stick out (like a chin or a building) as well as abstract things like roles, people, or ideas that are widely recognized.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often misspell the word as 'promenent' or 'promemment'. Additionally, some use it to mean 'good' when they actually mean 'visible' or 'important'.

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Memory Tip

Think of a 'PRO' (professional) who is 'MINENT' (meant) to be seen. Or visualize a mountain 'promontory' jutting out into the sea.

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Word Origin

From the Latin 'prominere', meaning 'to jut out' or 'to project forward'.

Grammar Patterns

usually functions as an attributive adjective (a prominent member) can be used as a predicative adjective after linking verbs (the scar was prominent) does not have a common verbal form

Quick Quiz

The CEO held a ___ position in the community, often leading local charity events and business forums.

Correct!

The correct answer is: prominent

Related Words

you

A1

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

people

A1

People refers to a group of human beings or the general public. It is the standard plural form of the word 'person'.

put

A1

To move something into a particular place or position. It is a fundamental verb used to describe the act of placing an object or setting a situation in a specific location.

mean

A1

To have a specific sense or significance, especially when explaining a word or sign. It can also describe a person's intention or the importance of something to someone.

keep

A1

To continue to have or hold something in your possession or at your disposal. It also means to remain in a specific state, condition, or position without changing.

begin

A1

To start doing something or for an event to happen for the first time. It is often used to describe the first point of a process or activity.

seem

A1

To give the impression of being something or having a particular quality based on what you see or hear. It is used to describe an appearance or feeling that may or may not be the actual truth.

help

A1

To make it easier for someone to do something by offering your services, resources, or support. It can involve physical effort, providing information, or giving money to assist a person or a cause.

talk

A1

To speak in order to give information or express ideas, feelings, or thoughts. It typically involves a conversation between two or more people or a person addressing an audience.

start

A1

To begin doing something or to cause something to happen for the first time. It is frequently used when talking about movements, journeys, or making a machine or engine begin to work.

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