C1 adverb Littéraire

apotheosis

/əˌpɒθiˈəʊsɪs/

The highest point in the development of something; a culmination or climax. It also refers to the elevation of a person to the rank of a god or a divine status.

Exemples

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For many fans, this concert was the apotheosis of the band's twenty-year career.

For many fans, this concert was the apotheosis of the band's twenty-year career.

2

The signing of the peace treaty was regarded as the apotheosis of the diplomat's life's work.

The signing of the peace treaty was regarded as the apotheosis of the diplomat's life's work.

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This double cheeseburger is the absolute apotheosis of junk food.

This double cheeseburger is the absolute apotheosis of junk food.

Famille de mots

Nom
apotheosis
Verb
apotheosize
Adverbe
apotheotically
Adjectif
apotheotic
Apparenté
deification
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Astuce mémo

Look at the root 'theo' which means 'god' (as in theology). Apotheosis is the process of moving 'up' (apo) to become a 'god' (theo).

Quiz rapide

The final movement of the ninth symphony is considered by many critics to be the _______ of Western classical music.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : apotheosis

Exemples

1

For many fans, this concert was the apotheosis of the band's twenty-year career.

everyday

For many fans, this concert was the apotheosis of the band's twenty-year career.

2

The signing of the peace treaty was regarded as the apotheosis of the diplomat's life's work.

formal

The signing of the peace treaty was regarded as the apotheosis of the diplomat's life's work.

3

This double cheeseburger is the absolute apotheosis of junk food.

informal

This double cheeseburger is the absolute apotheosis of junk food.

4

Scholars argue that the Sistine Chapel represents the apotheosis of Renaissance artistic technique.

academic

Scholars argue that the Sistine Chapel represents the apotheosis of Renaissance artistic technique.

5

The successful product launch served as the apotheosis of the company's rebranding strategy.

business

The successful product launch served as the apotheosis of the company's rebranding strategy.

Famille de mots

Nom
apotheosis
Verb
apotheosize
Adverbe
apotheotically
Adjectif
apotheotic
Apparenté
deification

Collocations courantes

reached its apotheosis reached its highest point
the apotheosis of the ultimate example of
artistic apotheosis artistic culmination
spiritual apotheosis spiritual elevation to divinity
cultural apotheosis the peak of a culture's development

Phrases Courantes

the apotheosis of fame

the absolute peak of being famous

an apotheosis of style

the perfect embodiment of a style

human apotheosis

the elevation of a human to divine status

Souvent confondu avec

apotheosis vs hypothesis

A hypothesis is a proposed explanation or theory, whereas an apotheosis is a peak or elevation to divine status.

apotheosis vs antithesis

An antithesis is the direct opposite of something, while apotheosis is the highest point of something.

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Notes d'usage

Apotheosis is a high-level, literary term. Use it when describing something that is not just good, but the ultimate, most perfect example of its kind, or when discussing literal deification in mythology.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use this word to describe the 'end' of something in a negative way; however, it specifically implies a 'glorious' or 'perfect' peak.

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Astuce mémo

Look at the root 'theo' which means 'god' (as in theology). Apotheosis is the process of moving 'up' (apo) to become a 'god' (theo).

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Origine du mot

From the Greek 'apotheoun', meaning 'to make a god of', which combines 'apo' (change/from) and 'theos' (god).

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable noun Plural form: apotheoses Usually used in the pattern 'the apotheosis of [noun]'
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Contexte culturel

In Ancient Rome, apotheosis was the official process by which a deceased emperor was recognized as a god by the Senate.

Quiz rapide

The final movement of the ninth symphony is considered by many critics to be the _______ of Western classical music.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : apotheosis

Mots lis

proceed

C1

The noun form, typically used in the plural 'proceeds,' refers to the total amount of money received from a particular event, sale, or activity. It is a formal term used in academic, legal, and business contexts to describe the result of a financial transaction or fundraising effort.

individual

C1

Relating to a single person or thing as distinct from a group. It describes something that is intended for, or used by, one person rather than a collective entity.

appropriately

B2

To perform an action in a manner that is suitable, right, or proper for a particular situation, person, or occasion. It implies following specific social norms, professional standards, or logical requirements.

region

B2

A region is an area of land that has common features, such as geography, climate, or culture, which distinguish it from other areas. It can refer to a large part of a country or the world and is often used in administrative or scientific contexts to organize space.

resource

B2

A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively. In academic and informational contexts, it refers to a source of information or expertise used to support research or learning.

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

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