This is the 10145th most frequent Japanese word.
重鎮
A prominent or influential figure.
Used to indicate a respected and influential person in a specific domain, here literature.
彼は文学界の重鎮として広く知られています。
He is widely known as a prominent figure in the literary world.
Implies a statement from a respected authority in a certain field affecting its dynamics.
その重鎮の発言は業界に大きな影響を与えた。
The statement of that prominent figure greatly influenced the industry.
Refers to a gathering of respected individuals in the music field for collaboration.