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Learn “Epitome”

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Epitome

noun/ih-PIT-uh-mee/

Meaning

A perfect example that shows the very best or most typical form of something.

In context

That ramshackle cottage was the epitome of a cosy bush holiday home.

Remember it

Say it 'ih-PIT-uh-mee', not 'epi-tome'; it means the perfect little summary of a quality.

Use it well

Follow with 'of'; use for the clearest, most complete example of a quality.