Salient
/ˈseɪ.li.ənt/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Scrabble:7 ptsWWF:9 pts7 letters
Definition of Salient
noun
- An outwardly projecting part of a fortification, trench system, or line of defense.
adjective
- Worthy of note; pertinent or relevant.
"The article is not exhaustive, but it covers the salient points pretty well."
- Prominent; conspicuous.
- (usually of a quadruped) Depicted in a leaping posture.
"a lion salient"
- Projecting outwards, pointing outwards.
"a salient angle"
- Moving by leaps or springs; jumping.
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SYNONYMS
pertinentrelevant
ANTONYMS
obscuretrivial