Standing out, or projecting, beyond the line surface of something; jutting; protuberant; in high relief; as, a prominent figure on a vase.
source: Webster 1913
adjective satellite
having a quality that thrusts itself into attention
An outstanding fact of our time is that nations poisoned by anti semitism proved less fortunate in regard to their own freedom. A new theory is the most prominent feature of the book. Salient traits. A spectacular rise in prices. A striking thing about Picadilly Circus is the statue of Eros in the center. A striking resemblance between parent a.
source: WordNet 3.0
conspicuous in position or importance
A big figure in the movement. Big man on campus. He's very large in financial circles. A prominent citizen.
