French Conversation · Level 95
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French word
émérite
Pronunciation
IPA/emeʁit/
Meaning
- adjectiveaccomplished
Example
C'est un avocat émérite.
He is an accomplished lawyer.
More examples
Elle est émérite dans son domaine.
She is distinguished in her field.
Core concept
A highly accomplished professional whose recognized expertise earns respect in the field.
Common phrases
être émérite
be distinguished
un professeur émérite
a distinguished professor
Similar words
excellent: Excellent in ability or in the quality of results.
compétent: Capable of carrying out work or duties competently.
expérimenté: Highly skilled or knowledgeable as a result of long experience.
remarquable: So outstanding that it readily attracts attention.
Definition in French
S'emploie pour une personne qui présente une qualité ou une compétence supérieure et qui reçoit une reconnaissance professionnelle pour cela.
Word origin
French émérite comes from Latin emeritus, meaning a person who has completed a duty or service, and later developed into a term of distinction.
Usage tips
- Unlike English emeritus, French émérite often praises exceptional skill and does not by itself mean that the person is retired.
Other meanings
- skilledadjective
- outstandingadjective
Opposites
- incompétentincompetentadjective
- médiocremediocreadjective