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