prominent
Translation
prominent, important, well-known, noticeable
Examples
He is a prominent figure in politics.
He is a prominent figure in politics.
The house has a prominent position on the hill.
The house has a prominent position on the hill.
She has a prominent nose.
She has a prominent nose.
Grammar Patterns
a prominent ((figure/role/position)) important or famous He is a prominent figure in politics.
Similar Words
Synonyms: famous, important, noticeable; Antonyms: unknown, obscure
Etymology
From Latin 'prominere' (to stick out), from 'pro-' (forward) and 'minere' (to project).
Memory Tips
Think of something that 'projects' forward ('pro-') so it is easy to see and notice.