Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

luminary

[loo-muh-ner-ee] / ˈlu məˌnɛr i /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The art-world luminary on the power of stress, why museums should never issue statements and whether art should be considered an asset class.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

“She will be remembered as being a fierce luminary in disability justice, a brilliant writer, editor and community organizer,” the post said.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 16, 2025

Much like York, who was eventually collected by Jacqueline Kennedy and revered by the elite, Anderson has transformed from an outsider to a luminary, celebrated by the glitterati and beyond.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 1, 2024

Bob Marley, the beloved and singular reggae luminary, was a dreadlocked Rastafarian from Jamaica who sang and played guitar.

From New York Times • Feb. 16, 2024

Then they announced their Patron Historic, the luminary from history whom they would name themselves after.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman




Vocabulary lists containing luminary


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "luminary" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com