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preeminent or pre-eminent

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  1. Far beyond what is usual, normal, or customary: exceptional, extraordinary, magnificent, outstanding, rare, remarkable, singular, towering, uncommon, unusual. Informal: standout. Slang: awesome, out of sight. See better, usual
  2. Widely known and esteemed: celebrated, distinguished, eminent, famed, famous, great, illustrious, notable, noted, prestigious, prominent, redoubtable, renowned. See knowledge, respect

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