Definition

The state of being superior or outstanding in a particular field or area.

Example

Her supereminence in the field of science earned her numerous awards and recognition.

Conversation

Did you hear about the artist who achieved such supereminence in the art world?

Yeah, it's impressive how they managed to stand out like that!

I wonder what it feels like to have that level of supereminence in your field.

It must be both exciting and a bit overwhelming, to be honest.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Supereminence → It is formed from "super-" (meaning above or beyond) and "eminere" (meaning to stand out or to project). The word "supereminence" refers to a state of being superior or standing out above others in rank or quality.

Memory Tip

Think of 'super-' meaning above and 'eminere' meaning to stand out — this helps you remember that supereminence means standing out above others.

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