epitomize
verb
epit·o·mize
i-ˈpi-tə-ˌmīz 
epitomized; epitomizing
1
: to serve as the typical or ideal example of
Memorial Day might be the unofficial start to summer, but the Fourth of July is the holiday that most epitomizes it.—
Chris Morris
Chris Morris2
: to make or give an epitome of
Examples of epitomize in a Sentence
This student's struggles epitomize the trouble with our schools.
his personal code of behavior on the playing field is epitomized by his favorite saying, “Nice guys finish last”
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Being from the Cape Fear coast of North Carolina, nothing epitomizes comfort food to me more than fried fish.
—Andre James, Charlotte Observer, 23 Mar. 2026
No model epitomizes that blend better than the range-topping Turbo S-E-Hybrid, which can accelerate quicker than one g yet go nearly 30 miles without firing its engine.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026
On what many onlookers credited with being the loudest night of the season, a kindergartner perhaps epitomized what many of this city’s oldest and most die-hard fans are finally feeling.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
Haugh’s attitude and approach have fueled a rise that epitomizes Golden and his staff’s ability to develop players.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2026
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Andre James, Charlotte Observer, 23 Mar. 2026
No model epitomizes that blend better than the range-topping Turbo S-E-Hybrid, which can accelerate quicker than one g yet go nearly 30 miles without firing its engine.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026
On what many onlookers credited with being the loudest night of the season, a kindergartner perhaps epitomized what many of this city’s oldest and most die-hard fans are finally feeling.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
Haugh’s attitude and approach have fueled a rise that epitomizes Golden and his staff’s ability to develop players.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2026
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“Epitomize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/epitomize. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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epitomize
verb
epit·o·mize
i-ˈpit-ə-ˌmīz
epitomized; epitomizing
: to make or serve as an epitome of
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