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transcendence

noun tran·scen·dence \-ˈsen-dən(t)s\

Definition of TRANSCENDENCE

: the quality or state of being transcendent

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First Known Use of TRANSCENDENCE

1601

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Synonyms: distinction, dominance, noteworthiness, paramountcy, preeminence, preponderance, preponderancy, prepotency, prestigiousness, primacy, superiority, supremacy, eminence

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