emblematical
/,embli'mætik/ Cách viết khác : (emblematical) /,embli'mætikəl/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Serving as a symbol; representing an idea, quality, or institution. Something that is emblematical stands for or is a typical example of something else, often something abstract.
- Characteristic or suggestive of a particular concept. It describes something that acts as a recognizable sign or emblem of a broader idea.
Usage
The adjective emblematical is used to describe a person, object, or action that functions as a symbol. It is often followed by the preposition "of" to indicate what the subject represents. - It is a formal synonym for "symbolic" or "representative." - Example structure: [Subject] is emblematical of [abstract idea].
Examples
- In a sentence:
- The dove is often considered emblematical of peace.
- Her tireless work ethic was emblematical of the company's founding principles.
- The crumbling castle stood as an emblematical reminder of the empire's former glory.
Advanced Usage
- "to be emblematical of": This is the most common construction, directly linking the symbol to the concept it represents.
- The scales of justice are emblematical of fairness and law.
Variants and Related Words
- Emblematic (adj): The more commonly used form, identical in meaning to "emblematical."
- The lion is an emblematic figure of courage.
- Emblem (n): A physical object or design that serves as a symbol.
- The olive branch is an emblem of peace.
Synonyms
- Symbolic: Serving as a symbol.
- Representative: Typical of a class or group.
- Typical: Having the distinctive qualities of a particular type.
- Characteristic: Typical of a particular person, place, or thing.
Antonyms
- Literal: Taking words in their usual or most basic sense without metaphor or allegory.
- Nonrepresentational: Not intended to represent actual objects or subjects.
Related Phrases
- An emblem of: A phrase using the noun form to indicate what something symbolizes.
- The bald eagle is an emblem of the United States.
Adjective
- serving as a visible symbol for something abstract
- a crown is emblematic of royalty
- the spinning wheel was as symbolic of colonical Massachusetts as the codfish