Prominent
9 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
Important, famous, or noticeable; standing out from others in a particular field. Physically projecting or jutting out from a surface.
“She became a prominent figure in the environmental conservation movement.”
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Wordle
Contains 'PROMIN' root and '-ENT' suffix; watch for double vowels
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Worth 15 points; 'M' and 'P' create good scoring opportunities
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