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salient
most noticeable or important
Synonyms
- prominent
- key
- striking
Antonyms
- minor
salient in a sentence
She summarized the salient points of the long article in two sentences.
In his closing argument, the lawyer focused only on the salient facts that could sway the jury's decision.
Where it comes from
From Latin saliens 'leaping', from salire 'to leap'
Memory hook
SALIENT — points that LEAP out at you (saLIENT = leaning out).
Read it in context
- Where the River Moved History