quintessentially

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˌkwɪntɪˈsenʃəli/

Definition

In a way that represents the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.

Examples

• She is quintessentially elegant, always choosing classic styles that never go out of fashion.

• The small village was quintessentially charming, with its stone cottages and blooming flower gardens.

• This film is quintessentially noir, featuring a cynical detective and a mysterious femme fatale.

Synonyms of quintessentially

Words with a similar meaning to quintessentially:

• typically
• perfectly
• characteristically
• paradigmatically

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