n. [ L. eminentia, fr. eminens eminent: cf. F. éminence. ] 1. That which is eminent or lofty; a high ground or place; a height. [ 1913 Webster ]
Without either eminences or cavities. Dryden. [ 1913 Webster ]
The temple of honor ought to be seated on an eminence. Burke. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. An elevated condition among men; a place or station above men in general, either in rank, office, or celebrity; social or moral loftiness; high rank; distinction; preferment. Milton. [ 1913 Webster ]
You 've too a woman's heart, which ever yet
Affected eminence, wealth, sovereignty. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
3. A title of honor, especially applied to a cardinal in the Roman Catholic Church. [ 1913 Webster ]