Luminary
(noun)
- A person who is a renowned expert, leader, or celebrity in a particular field or industry.
- A celestial body, especially a star, that gives off light.
Origin:
The word 'luminary' comes from the latin word 'lumen' meaning 'light'.
Examples:
- The luminary of the scientific community was awarded the Nobel Prize for his groundbreaking research.
- The music luminary has been entertaining audiences for over 50 years with his iconic songs and performances.
- The literary luminary has written numerous best-selling novels and is considered one of the greatest writers of our time.
- The night sky was filled with celestial luminaries, including stars, planets, and galaxies.
- The political luminary has been a leading voice in the movement for social justice and equality for many years.