Preeminent means "surpassing all other; very distinguished in some way". Some synonyms are outstanding, excellent, best, foremost, or renowned. Sentences with "preeminent" in them are:- The conference was led by some of the most preeminent scientists from all over the world.- Only the most preeminent students were allowed to attend the banquet.- Mrs. Jones said that Sara was on her list of preeminent students.

Today, the preeminent financial system is capitalism, despite its faults.

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If the artist restores the painting, it could gain its pre-eminence status and boosts its value.

He was preeminently cunning, and could bide his time with a patience that was nothing less than primitive.