Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

summa

noun

/ˈsʌmə/

Definition

A comprehensive summary or review of a particular subject, often in academic contexts.

Examples

He wrote a summa on the principles of ethics that has been studied for decades.
The summa of her research highlighted the key findings in the field of genetics.

Meaning

The term ‘summa’ is commonly used to refer to a complete and thorough collection of knowledge or argumentation on a specific topic, especially in philosophy or theology.