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How do you spell Eminent?

Correct spelling

eminent

E-MINENT: one M, one N - the eminent person stands out alone

Why is eminent spelled this way?

From Latin eminere, to project. E (out) + MINERE (to jut). Someone eminent stands out from the landscape — distinction so pronounced it cannot be overlooked.

Common misspellings of eminent

iminentemminenteminant

Example

The eminent professor received international recognition for her groundbreaking research.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell eminent?+
The correct spelling is "eminent". E-MINENT: one M, one N - the eminent person stands out alone
Is it iminent or eminent?+
The correct spelling is "eminent", not "iminent".

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