Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
saliente
adjective
/sah-LYEN-tay/
Definition
A term used to describe something that is prominent or protruding.
Examples
- The saliente rock formation was visible from miles away.
- He made a saliente argument that caught everyone’s attention during the debate.
Meaning
In a geographical context, it refers to land that extends out into a body of water, or in general usage, it can denote anything that stands out from a surface.
Synonyms
- protruding
- prominent
- noticeable