Synonyms for Apotheosis (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal):
ideal, nonesuch, nonpareil, paragon, saint, nonsuch
WordNet sense 2 (the elevation of a person (as to the status of a god)):
deification, exaltation
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