Definition of Quintessence in Real Context

Definition of Quintessence in authentic or real context with expressive images for ESL / EFL learners with synonyms, antonyms and collocations /kwɪnˈtes.əns/ (noun) Definition the embodiment of something or the purest or most typical example of something, archetype, paragon, epitome, essence, personification, heart, prototype, soul, perfect example, exemplar, stereotype in chemistry: the purest extract or essence of a substance, crux, kernel, marrow In ancient philosophy: the fifth element after water, air, fire and earth Example American football, ice hockey, rugby, and boxing are the quintessence of violent sports. Their status is a frightening indication of the flowering of violence in ...