eminently
Americanadverb
adverb
Usage
What does eminently mean? Eminently means highly or very.It’s an adverb that’s typically used to modify (describe) adjectives, especially positive ones, as in She is eminently qualified. Example: These versions are eminently better than the ones that were presented to us previously.
Etymology
Origin of eminently
First recorded in 1620–30; eminent ( def. ) + -ly ( def. )
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
“By allowing its decay and neglect we again see rare historic buildings lost which were eminently restorable.”
From Los Angeles Times
Marked by notes of spice and cherry, the deep red wine is soft, succulent and eminently drinkable—a wine for a special occasion or a Tuesday night with friends.
“We had just had a kid, and the material was eminently relatable.”
From Los Angeles Times
Ridding yourself of this debt is eminently doable.
From MarketWatch
She added that she has found Mr. Mamdani to be “eminently rational.”
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