epitome — a perfect example or representation of something; a typical example
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a perfect example or representation of something; a typical example
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈpɪtəmi/
Example Sentences
- She represents the epitome of professionalism in the workplace.
- My teacher said I'm the epitome of a model student, but I think she hasn't seen me during lunch break yet.
- The old library was the epitome of academic tradition.
epitome
NOUN[/ɪˈpɪtəmi/]
a perfect example or representation of something; a typical example
That golden retriever is the epitome of loyalty, waiting by the door every evening.
EP's IT TOME - the perfect example book that all others admire!
She's the epitome of economy, reading patterns like astronomy!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'epitome' (ἐπιτομή), derived from 'epi' (upon) + 'temnein' (to cut). Originally referred to a summary or abridgement of a larger work, literally meaning 'a cutting short of'.
Breakdown
epi- (upon) + -tome (cut, from temnein to cut) = epitome (that which is cut short; a summary or perfect example)
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📝Examples
“She represents the epitome of professionalism in the workplace.”
“My teacher said I'm the epitome of a model student, but I think she hasn't seen me during lunch break yet.”
“The old library was the epitome of academic tradition.”
“His messy room is the epitome of teenage rebellion against parental order.”
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