epitomise
verb C2
Plain meaning
to be a perfect example of something
Exam-register meaning
to represent the most typical or defining qualities of an idea, trend, or category
In context
generalHer calm response epitomises good leadership.
examThe rapid growth of digital payments epitomises the shift towards cashless economies.
Common collocations
epitomise a trendepitomise modern lifeepitomise the problem
Watch out
Do not use 'epitomise' to mean 'summarise'. It means 'be a perfect example of'.
Word family
epitome (noun)epitomised (verb/participle)epitomising (verb/participle)