epitome
n
1 thing that shows on a small scale all the characteristics of sth much larger 梗概; 缩影
The divisions we see in this school are the epitome of those occurring throughout the whole country. 我们在这所学校中看到的各个部门是全国各校的缩影.
2 person or thing that is a perfect example of a quality, type, etc 典型的人或事物
the absolute epitome of a school teacher 中小学教师的典范
She´s the epitome of kindness. 她是仁慈的化身.
3 (dated 旧) short summary of a book, speech, etc (书、 演讲等的)摘要.