prominent

Let's explore the word prominent today!

ℹ️ Part of speech

The term prominent is an ADJECTIVE.

🗣️ Pronunciation

prominent is pronounced /ˈprɒ.mɪ.nənt/ or PROH-mih-nuhnt.

📚️ Definition

prominent means important; famous. Sticking out from a surface.

📰 Examples

Here are some examples of prominent in usage:

• The building was located on a prominent corner in the city center.

• The company hired a prominent marketing expert to boost their brand image.

• The museum exhibits works from several prominent artists from around the world.

Quick vocab quiz

Test your understanding!

Prominent most nearly means

(A) obscure
(B) noticeable
(C) subtle
(D) ordinary

Select the sentence where prominent is used correctly:

(A) The prominent shoes were too big for him.
(B) The moon is very prominent in the solar system.
(C) The apple was prominent and juicy.
(D) His prominent achievement earned him a medal.

Keep scrolling for the answer/s.

💁🏼 Tips!

Prominent, derived from the Latin word prominens, can refer to someone or something standing out physically or metaphorically. It's often used to describe someone famous or something important.

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✅ Quiz answer/s

The answers are:

• B, noticeable.

• D, His prominent achievement earned him a medal.