Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples
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Word:
apotheosis
IPA transcription: [əp,ɑθi'oʊsəs]
noun
meaning of the word
Synonyms:
deification, exaltation, apotheosis
Meaning:
the elevation of a person (as to the status of a god)
Synonyms:
ideal, paragon, nonpareil, saint, apotheosis, nonesuch, nonsuch
Meaning:
model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal
Usage examples
Here is the very apotheosis of the ornament; the figuration sets off the idea in dazzling relief.