eminent
adjectiveformal/imiˈnẽtɨ/medium
e·mi·nen·te
Definition
Famous, respected, or distinguished; standing out above others in character, position, or achievement.
He is an eminent scientist in his field.
The country faces an eminent economic crisis.
Common collocations
eminent scholareminent figureimminent danger
Etymology
Do latim 'eminens, eminentis', particípio presente de 'eminere' (sobressair, elevar-se).