epitomize
verb (used with object)
to contain or represent in small compass; serve as a typical example of; typify.
epitomise
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a variation of
epitomize.
Example Sentences
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The trio epitomise excellence in their respective fields - reflecting the album's overarching theme of art, excellence and immortality.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
When Elliot was looking for an apprenticeship, he suffered a series of setbacks that epitomise a system cracking under the strain.
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2024
It was the mini skirt more than any other garment that came to epitomise the new liberated woman.
From BBC ● Apr. 13, 2023
Voice assistants epitomise the tension between efficiency and privacy.
From The Guardian ● Oct. 9, 2019
Never before did artist epitomise in a gesture all the familiar affection and simple persuasive happiness of home; the very atmosphere of an embrace is in this picture.
From Modern Painting by George (George Augustus) Moore
