consummate
Translation
consummate, complete, perfect
Examples
She is a consummate professional.
She is a consummate professional.
He played the role with consummate skill.
He played the role with consummate skill.
Grammar Patterns
a consummate ((noun)) a perfect (noun) She is a consummate artist.
with consummate ((noun)) with perfect (noun) He handled it with consummate skill.
Similar Words
Synonyms: perfect, supreme, superb; Antonyms: inept, amateurish
Etymology
From Latin 'consummare' (to sum up, complete). 'con-' (together) + 'summa' (sum, total). To 'bring to a sum' or complete.
Memory Tips
Think of reaching the 'summit' (the highest point). A consummate professional is at the summit of their field.