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apotheosis

apotheosis

4 9.9
The highest or best example of something that makes someone seem like a god
  • noun
  • /əˌpɑːθiˈoʊsɪs/
translation icon : apoteosis
  • The Moynihan report (Moynihan, 1965) is the apotheosis of this way of thinking.
  • reached its apotheosis

So it's important to just to point out that the what Jesus is in terms of his apotheosis is contested theologically.

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Examples

  • "The Ramones are the apotheosis of punk."

  • His performance in the play was the apotheosis of his acting career, showcasing his incredible talent and range.

  • This is known as apotheosis, where someone becomes a God.

  • Television is the apotheosis of experience.

  • The tour included a walk to see the painting entitled "Apotheosis of Washington" up close and personal.

    Blog text (11)
  • Such conditions were the result of raw capitalism, the apotheosis of laissez-faire.

    Academic text (2004)
  • The Endowment's halcyon days coincided with the apotheosis of old-fashioned mass communication.

    Academic text (1994)
  • The translation ceremony concluded with the apotheosis, or deposition, of the arm of Saint Philip in the baptistery of S. Giovanni.

    Academic text (2004)
  • The new smartphone model is considered the apotheosis of modern technology, combining sleek design with advanced features.

  • The grand finale of the concert was the apotheosis of the evening, leaving the audience in awe with its spectacular display.

Synonyms

peak
vsapotheosis
368 2.1

The highest point something reaches, like a mountain or an achievement

adds a sense of sacred elevation or perfect example beyond mere top level
ideal
vsapotheosis
241 3.8

A person or thing that is a perfect example to aim for

adds a stronger sense of being the ultimate peak or divine elevation
paragon
vsapotheosis
  • Formal
18 7.8

A person or thing that shows the highest level of quality

can also mean literal elevation to divine status or the absolute peak
ascension
vsapotheosis
18 7.5

A movement upwards to a higher position, for example climbing or getting a promotion at work

focuses more on final perfection or godlike elevation rather than just rising
high-water mark
vsapotheosis
4 4.2

The highest point something reaches, like water level or success

extends this idea to include being a perfect or godlike exemplar
apogee
vsapotheosis
2 8.9

The highest point in the development of something

also denotes elevation to godlike status, not only the climactic point
deification
vsapotheosis
2 9.5

Treating a person or thing as if they were a god

also refers to the supreme example or highest point, not only godmaking
exaltation
vsapotheosis
1 8.7

The act of making a person into a god

also means the ultimate peak or perfect example, not only divine promotion
nonpareil
vsapotheosis
  • Literature
1 9.9

A person or thing that has no equal

may also imply being raised to godlike status or being the ultimate peak
nonsuch
vsapotheosis
  • Archaic
9.9

A person or thing so good that no other equals it

can further mean literal divine elevation or being made a god
nonesuch
vsapotheosis
  • Archaic
9.9

A person or thing that is the best and has no equal

also carries the idea of being lifted to divine standing or highest point

How Ideal

apotheosis
4 9.9
pinnacle
31 5.8
ideal
203 4.2
model
569 3.4
example
515 1.0

Surface Forms

apotheosis singular
apotheoses plural

Etymology

The word apotheosis comes from Greek parts apo- ('from' or 'away') and theos ('god'), so it once meant 'becoming a god'. Imagine someone lifted up and praised like a god; that's why apotheosis now means the very highest point or a perfect example of something.