definition of epitomize
epitomizeverb [ T ] UK usually epitomise uk â /ÉªËpÉªt.É.maÉªz/ us â /ÉªËpÉªtÌ¬.É.maÉªz/. âº to be a perfect example of a quality or type of thing: With little equipment and unsuitable footwear, she epitomizes the inexperienced and unprepared mountain walker. Thesaurus: synonyms and related words. Typifying, illustrating and exemplifying.