of imposing height; especially standing out above others; "an eminent peak"; "lofty mountains"; "the soaring spires of the cathedral"; "towering iceburgs"
(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation; "our distinguished professor"; "an eminent scholar"; "a great statesman"
An eminent person is well-known and respected, especially because they are good at their profession. an eminent scientist. an eminent person is famous, important, and respected (present participle of eminere )
Being, metaphorically, above others, whether by birth, high station, merit, or virtue; high in public estimation; distinguished; conspicuous; as, an eminent station; an eminent historian, statements, statesman, or saint
Domain- The right of a government to take privately owned property for public purposes under condemnation proceedings subject to payment of its fair market value