Spanish Conversation · Level 116
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Spanish word
prominente
Pronunciation
IPA/pɾomiˈnente/
Meaning
- adjectivefamous
Example
Conozco a un prominente político.
I know a famous politician.
More examples
La científica prominente recibió un premio internacional.
The well-known scientist received an international award.
Core concept
A figure standing on a raised platform clearly above a crowd.
Common phrases
figura prominente
well-known figure
líder prominente
influential leader
científica prominente
well-known scientist
Similar words
famoso: Known to very large audiences, commonly recognized across media or public life.
conocido: Familiar within a specific region, group, or circle of people.
destacado: Distinctly notable for particular merits or an important role.
ilustre: Celebrated for high professional or historical standing and lasting reputation.
Definition in Spanish
Que es conocido y destacado por su trayectoria, autoridad o reconocimiento público.
Word origin
From Latin prominere 'to jut forward', via the participle prominens, originally describing something projecting forward and later used figuratively for someone who stands out.
Usage tips
- Relatively formal and common in press or academic contexts, so everyday speakers often prefer 'famoso' or 'muy conocido' instead.
Other meanings
- influentialadjective
- conspicuousadjective
Opposites
- anónimounknownadjective
- insignificanteinsignificantadjective
Related words
- prominenciaprominencenoun
- prominentementeprominentlyadverb