Meaning of the word epitomise in English
What does epitomise mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
epitomise
US /ɪˈpɪt.ə.maɪz/
UK /ɪˈpɪt.ə.maɪz/
Verb
1.
to be a perfect example of something
Example:
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The company's new product line truly epitomises innovation.
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Her dedication to her students epitomises what it means to be a great teacher.
2.
to summarize the main points of something
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The concluding paragraph should epitomise the entire essay.
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His speech managed to epitomise the complex issues into a few clear statements.