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apotheosis

/əˌpɒθiˈoʊsɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does apotheosis mean?

noun

The highest or most perfect form of something; the state of being elevated to divine status. A person or thing that is considered to be the highest or most perfect example of their kind.

Example

"The artist's latest sculpture was hailed as the apotheosis of modern art, a masterpiece that pushed the boundaries of creativity and technique."

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