What does pre-eminent mean?

"Pre-eminent" means superior to all others in rank, importance, or quality. It suggests a position of outstanding leadership or authority.

Here are some synonyms for pre-eminent:

* Outstanding

* Distinguished

* Eminent

* Foremost

* Leading

* Supreme

* Unrivaled

* Preponderant

Example:

* "The company is a pre-eminent manufacturer of luxury goods."

* "She is considered a pre-eminent scholar in her field."