luminary
/'lu:minəri/
Definition
- Noun:
- A person who inspires or influences others, especially one prominent in a particular sphere: A luminary is an individual who is celebrated for their achievements, knowledge, or character, and who serves as a guiding light or an example to others.
- A celestial body, such as the sun or moon, that gives light: In a literal or poetic sense, a luminary is a source of light in the sky.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The conference brought together luminaries from the fields of science and technology.
- She is considered a luminary in the world of modern art.
- In ancient times, people worshipped the luminaries of the sky.
Advanced Usage
- "A gathering of luminaries": Refers to an event or meeting attended by many distinguished and influential people.
- The awards ceremony was a gathering of luminaries from the film industry.
Variants and Related Words
- Luminous (adj): Emitting or reflecting light; radiant. Figuratively, it can mean intellectually brilliant.
- The luminous dial of the watch was easy to read in the dark.
- She gave a luminous explanation of the complex theory.
Synonyms
- Celebrity: A famous person.
- Dignitary: A person considered important because of high rank or office.
- Notable: A person of note or importance.
- Leading light: A prominent and influential person in a particular field.
Idioms and Phrases
- "A shining luminary": An idiom emphasizing a person's outstanding influence or brilliance.
- He was a shining luminary in the field of humanitarian work.
Noun
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a celebrity who is an inspiration to others
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he was host to a large gathering of luminaries
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