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Complete in every detail: perfect; supremely skilled (adjective)

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Looking for the answer to the USA Today Rootonym clue “Complete in every detail: perfect; supremely skilled (adjective)”? The solution is CONSUMMATE, a 10-letter word built on the root SUMM (“highest”). It appeared in the August 23, 2026 (Sunday) USA Today Rootonym. See the full puzzle for that day's other words.

Answer

CONSUMMATE

***SUMM***SUMMmeans “highest”

In a sentence

Penny is the CONSUMMATE hostess; she warmly embraces guests and prepares delicious dinners.

About this clue

The Rootonym clue “Complete in every detail: perfect; supremely skilled (adjective)” has the answer CONSUMMATE (10 letters), built on the root SUMM, which means “highest”. Browse the full August 23, 2026 Rootonym puzzle for the other three words, or see all Rootonym answers.

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