Synonyms of epitome

epitome

noun

i-ˈpi-tə-mē 

1

as in summary

a short statement of the main points

the golden rule is often cited as the epitome of moral conduct: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you"

Synonyms & Similar Words

• summary
• summa
• outline
• encapsulation
• rundown
• recapitulation
• brief
• summarization
• summing-up
• recap
• sum
• résumé
• sum-up
• roundup
• synopsis
• précis
• abstract
• inventory
• conspectus
• digest
• compendium
• run-through
• capsule
• breviary
• abbreviation
• simplification
• abridgment
• compend
• streamlining
• shortening
• curtailment
• wrap-up
• condensation
• rehash
• reprise
• epilogue
• conclusion

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• expansion
• amplification
• enlargement
• supplement
• addendum

2

as in manifestation

a visible representation of something abstract (as a quality)

the prestigious prep school prides itself on being widely regarded as the epitome of tradition and old-fashioned values

in his finely tailored suit, he was the very epitome of style and sophistication

Synonyms & Similar Words

• manifestation
• incarnation
• essence
• personification
• icon
• image
• avatar
• incorporation
• genius
• embodiment
• abstract
• objectification
• model
• instantiation
• externalization
• realization
• embodier
• exemplification
• personifier
• personalization
• actualization
• quintessence
• soul
• reincarnation
• substantiation
• paradigm
• concretization
• archetype
• exemplar
• pattern

3

as in classic

the most perfect type or example

Mahatma Gandhi is often cited as the epitome of resolute reformer who uses nonviolence to bring about social and political change

Synonyms & Similar Words

• classic
• ideal
• manifestation
• apotheosis
• perfection
• model
• incarnation
• quintessence
• acme
• byword
• exemplar
• zenith
• beau ideal
• prototype
• height
• personification
• paragon
• paradigm
• archetype
• avatar
• ultimate
• standard
• incorporation
• benchmark
• embodiment
• abstract
• touchstone
• criterion
• nonpareil
• last word
• yardstick
• meridian
• embodier

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of epitome

Her sleek, elegant mini slip dress, the epitome of a timeless LBD. — Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026

Worn by toll-takers across the state for a time, the loud, delightfully kitschy threads are the epitome of Florida. — Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 21 July 2026

The epitome of preppy summer style stems from this crisp Poplin Drop-waist Midi Dress, now over $100 off. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026

Players on the fringes of a roster are the epitome of beggars can't be choosers. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026

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