Synonyms for

Prominence

Verb / ˈprɑ:mʌnʌns / Another word for prominence — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The state of being important, famous, or noticeable.

Synonyms & similar words

excrescence bump gibbousness swelling protuberance protrusion extrusion gibbosity obscurity hump bulge jut fame importance notoriety eminence prestige renown celebrity distinction reputation standing prominency popularity recognition prominence stardom glory greatness honor pre-eminence dominance

Synonyms by register

Formal

prominence conspicuousness salience prevalence

Informal

fame notoriety big deal household name

Literary

eminence stature renown

Antonyms

obscurity insignificance unimportance anonymity lowliness mediocrity

Common collocations

  • achieve prominence
  • gain prominence
  • seek prominence
  • growing prominence
  • national prominence
  • international prominence
  • political prominence
  • scientific prominence

Word family

noun prominence
verb promin
adjective prominent
adverb prominently

Usage note

Prominence refers to being important or well-known. While it can be positive, it can also imply being noticeable in a negative way, as in 'his prominence in the criminal underworld'.

Example sentences

  1. The prominence of the building made it easy to find.
  2. Her prominence in the community made her a leader.
  3. The prominence of the issue made it a top priority for politicians.
  4. The prominence of the star made the movie a hit.
  5. The prominence of the brand made it a household name.

Quotes

  • "Prominence is cool, but when the delusion kicks in it can be a drag." - Mos Def
  • "The prominence of a peak isn't what makes it great, it's the mountain it's on." - Anthony T. Hincks
  • "The mark of your ignorance is the depth of your belief in injustice and tragedy. What the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the master calls a butterfly." - Richard Bach

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