1. definition: the pure and essential essence of something the pure and essential essence of something the most perfect embodiment of something the most perfect embodiment of something

2. pronunciation: kwin-tuh- sen -shuh l kwin-tuh- sen -shuh l l

3. related forms: noun noun quintessence quintessence adverb adverb quintessentially quintessentially

4. ultimate ultimate archetypal archetypal model model typical typical essential essential ideal ideal perfect perfect synonyms:

5. Open since 1912, Katz’s Delicatessen in NYC is the quintessential Jewish delicatessen.

6. They were quintessential heroes— professional, selfless, and brave.

7. The smell of roasted chestnuts on street corners and the lighting of the tree at Rockefeller Center are quintessential harbingers of the holiday season.

8. Quintessentially social, teens enjoy all forms of social media.

9. The peace sign quintessentially captures the spirit of the 60’s.

10. Some people contend that NYC bagels are the quintessence of bagels.

11. At Christmas time, Macy’s window decorations celebrate the quintessence of the holiday spirit.