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a. Outstanding or superior in performance or character; remarkable; noteworthy.
b. Well-known and respected.
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The eminent scientist was often asked to speak at conferences. |
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Required; essential; necessary.
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a bank card is indispensable when using an ATM. |
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Of great importance or outstanding sigificance.
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Receiving her first paycheck was a momentous experience for Germaine. |
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Of chief concern; foremost; primary.
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The paramount aimof the colonists was winning their indepndence from England. |
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a. Small or insignificant in quantity or quality.
b. Narrow-minded; selfish.
c. Mean and spiteful.
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the shopper made a petty complaint about the speed of the store's elevator. |
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High regard of status in the eyes of others.
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Because of his prestige as a diplomat, the ambassador was often consulted about negotiating teaties. |
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a. Order of importance or urgency.
b. Something moe important than other considerations.
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In its list of improvements for the school, the committee gave priority to the new science laboratory. |
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The condition of being immediately noticeable or widely known.
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Ben's prominence in the community resulted from his participation in volunteer activities. |
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a. On or near the surface; a superficial wound.
b. Concerned only with what is apparent or obvious; shallow; not deeply penetrating.
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We did a superficial cleaning before our guests arrived. |
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a. Of little importance or significance.
b. Ordinary; commonplace
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The topics for discussion seemed so trivial to Pam that she left the conference. |
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