eminent

éminent, illustre

Célèbre et respecté pour ses travaux ou ses réalisations importantes.

En anglais simple : Famous and respected because of important work or achievements.

• She is an eminent scientist.
• Several eminent historians attended the conference.
• An eminent doctor examined the patient.

Synonymes : distinguished, respected, renowned

Expressions courantes : eminent scientist, eminent scholar

remarquable, exceptionnel

D’une qualité ou d’un degré particulièrement élevé et impressionnant.

En anglais simple : Very great or impressive in quality or degree.

• Her eminent wisdom guided the group.
• The award recognized his eminent service to the country.
• Their work showed eminent skill and patience.

Synonymes : remarkable, outstanding, exceptional

Expressions courantes : eminent wisdom, eminent ability

élevé, haut

Qui s’élève bien au-dessus du terrain ou des choses qui l’entourent.

En anglais simple : Standing high above the land or things nearby.

• An eminent peak rose above the valley.
• They built a castle on that eminent hill.
• The eminent towers could be seen from miles away.

Synonymes : towering, lofty, high

Contraires : low

Expressions courantes : eminent peak, eminent tower