luminary
🇬🇧 UK/'lu:minәri/🇺🇸 US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
A person who inspires others and has achieved great success in their field; a leading light; also, a body that gives light
杰出人物,名人;发光体
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.[prominent/leading] luminary[杰出/领先]的名人
- 2.luminary [in/of] [field][某领域]的[杰出人物/名人]
Example Sentences
- 1.
She became a luminary in the field of medical research.
- 2.
The gala featured several luminaries from the arts world.