prominent
/ˈprɒmɪnənt/ · /ˈprɑːmɪnənt/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #4543 in the learning path
重要的；著名的
Definitions
adj. Important, well known, or influential
重要的；著名的
adj. Easily noticed because of position, size, or shape
显眼的；突出的
Example
A prominent local artist opened the exhibition yesterday.
昨天，一位当地著名艺术家为展览揭幕。
Universities play a prominent role in developing technologies that support the transition to renewable energy.
大学在开发支持向可再生能源转型的技术方面发挥着重要作用。
Collocations
- a prominent role
- a prominent figure
- a prominent position
Word family
- prominence (n.)
- prominently (adv.)
Synonyms
- notable
- conspicuous
Antonyms
- obscure
- inconspicuous
Usage tip
既可指人物重要知名，也可指位置或外形显眼。
FAQ
- What does prominent mean?
- Important, well known, or influential Easily noticed because of position, size, or shape
- How is prominent pronounced?
- UK /ˈprɒmɪnənt/, US /ˈprɑːmɪnənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
