quintessential

Use in a sentence

quin·tes·sen·tial

[kwin-tuh-sen-shuhl]
adjective
1.
of the pure and essential essence of something: the quintessential Jewish delicatessen.
2.
of or pertaining to the most perfect embodiment of something: the quintessential performance of the Brandenburg Concertos.

quin·tes·sen·tial·ly, adverb
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quintessential (ˌkwɪntɪˈsɛnʃəl) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
adj
most typically representative of a quality, state, etc; perfect
 
quintessentially
 
adv

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Quintessential is always a great word to know.
So is callithumpian. Does it mean:
an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
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Word Origin & History

quintessential
c.1600, from quintessence.
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
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Example sentences
Group camaraderie was quintessential and the only way for that to develop was
  to spend time with coaches and team mates.
Mycobacterium tuberculosis is the quintessential airborne germ.
Quintessential monster movie has spawned over two dozen sequels.
The company's history can serve as a quintessential example of regulatory
  failure.
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