“Eminent” vs. “Imminent”: What’s the Difference?
Jun 7, 2023
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The difference between “eminent” and “imminent”
- Eminent refers to a person's reputation or something's quality, while imminent refers to an event or something that is likely to happen.
- Another difference is that eminent is typically associated with positive connotations, while imminent is most often connected with negative connotations.
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What is the definition of “eminent” and “imminent”?
Eminent
- Eminent refers to a person of high rank, reputation, or distinction.
- It can also refer to something that is noteworthy or outstanding in terms of quality or importance.
- Eminent is used to describe someone or something that is respected or distinguished amongst their peers.
Imminent
- Imminent refers to something that is about to happen, usually something negative or threatening.
- It can also refer to something that is likely to occur in the near future.
- Imminent is used to describe something that is impending, unavoidable, and needs immediate attention.
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“Imminent” is the more popular variant on the web.
Eminent
89,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- The eminent scholar received an award for his groundbreaking research in physics.
- The eminent lawyer was hired to represent the high-profile client in court.
- The eminent pianist's performance at the concert left the audience spellbound.
More popular
Imminent
104,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- The storm clouds indicated that a heavy rainfall was imminent.
- The company's CEO announced that an imminent restructure of the organization would take place.
- The doctor informed the patient that surgery was imminent to prevent further complications.
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