embody

/ˈɛmbədi/

Definitions

1. verb

to give visible form or presence to (an idea, quality, or spirit)

“The festival embodied the spirit of community and unity.”

2. verb

to represent or embody (a particular quality, idea, or characteristic)

“The play embodied the struggles of the working class.”

3. noun

a person or thing that embodies a particular quality, idea, or spirit

“The actress embodied the character of a strong and independent woman.”

4. noun

the embodiment of a particular quality, idea, or spirit

“The painting was a beautiful embodiment of love and happiness.”

5. verb

to contain or comprise (a particular quality, idea, or characteristic)

“The novel embodied a rich tapestry of themes and ideas.”

6. verb

to serve as a symbol or representation of (a particular quality, idea, or characteristic)

“The flag embodied the nation’s values of freedom and justice.”

Synonyms

  • incarnate
  • manifest
  • represent
  • symbolize

Antonyms

  • disembodiment
  • dissociate
  • estrangement
  • separate