eminently
/ˈɛ mə nənt li/
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Definition(s):
- (adv) in an eminent manner
Usage(s):
- When the psychiatrist reported Bates was eminently sane and was probably telling the truth, the police department began an investigation.
- It argues that teaching the Bible in schools--as an object of study, not God's received word--is eminently constitutional.
Quotes
- "I want to be fair to this wonderful state, which has been eminently fair to me all these years," Warner said.on Aug 31, 2007 By: John Warner Source: Forbes
- Scalia, favoring a broader ruling in defense of voter ID laws, said, "The universally applicable requirements of Indiana's voter-identification law are eminently reasonable. The burden of acquiring, possessing and showing a free photo identification...on Apr 28, 2008 By: Antonin Scalia Source: Washington Post
- "Bob Zoellick has had a long and distinguished career in diplomacy and development economics. It has prepared him well for this new assignment," Bush said. "This man is eminently qualified."on May 29, 2007 By: President Bush Source: ABC News
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