eminent

/ˈɛmɪnənt/adjective

Well known and highly respected; outstanding in some way.

Example sentences

“The conference featured talks by several eminent scientists.”
“She consulted an eminent surgeon before agreeing to the operation.”

Confusable with 'imminent', about to happen, and 'immanent', a philosophy term. 'Eminent domain' is the legal term for government taking of property.

Related words

emoteIn online games and chats, a preset action or gesture shown to other users as a description rather than as a normal message.emergeTo come out from somewhere and become visible or known.empatheticGood at sensing and sharing other people's feelings; understanding.embraceThe act of wrapping your arms around someone and holding them close; a hug.empathyThe ability to understand and share what another person is feeling or thinking.embodyTo be a living or concrete example of an idea or quality; to give it a visible form.