Quintessence

/kwˈɪntɛsəns/

/kwɪnˈtɛsəns/

Quintessence

the purest and most concentrated essence of something

the most typical example or representative of a type

the fifth and highest element after air and earth and fire and water; was believed to be the substance composing all heavenly bodies

synonyms : ether

Examples

1. Number 10 is quintessence.

2. The interesting thing about dynamical dark energy, or quintessence is that it can be measured.

3. The Aegean Sea offers the quintessence of Mediterranean island charm.

4. The land of kilts, clans, and lonely castles, the Highlands offer the quintessence of Scottish charms.