English · Common Verbs
epitomize
/ɪˈpɪt.ə.maɪz/
[/ɪˈpɪt.ə.maɪz/]
be a perfect example
Advancedverb
Definition
To be a perfect or typical example of a quality or type.
Example
With her quiet courage, she epitomised everything the award was meant to honour.
With her quiet courage, she epitomised everything the award was meant to honour.
Etymology
From Greek 'epitome' (abridgement), from 'epi-' plus 'temnein' (to cut).
How & Where It’s Used
Common in formal description and criticism.