Eminent
Eminent adjective - (used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation.
Important is a synonym for eminent in characteristic topic. In some cases you can use "Important" instead an adjective "Eminent", when it comes to topics like prominent, illustrious, respected, exalted.
Important
Important adjective - Having great meaning or lasting effect.
Usage example: the discovery of penicillin was a very important event in the history of medicine
Eminent is a synonym for important in characteristic topic. You can use "Eminent" instead an adjective "Important", if it concerns topics such as prominent, powerful, respected, famous.
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