embody

/im'bɔdi/
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Definition
  1. Verb:
    • To represent or express something abstract in tangible form: To give a concrete, physical, or visible form to an idea, quality, or feeling.
    • To represent, as of a character on stage: To act out or personify a role or character.
    • To represent in bodily form; to incarnate: To be a perfect example or manifestation of a particular quality, idea, or principle.
Usage and Examples
  • To represent an abstract concept:
    • The new constitution embodies the ideals of freedom and equality.
    • Her leadership embodies the spirit of innovation.
  • To represent a character:
    • The actor embodied the role of the king with great authority.
  • To incarnate or be a perfect example:
    • For many, he embodies the virtues of a true hero.
    • This single mistake seemed to embody all the failures of the project.
Advanced Usage
  • "to be embodied in": To have one's essence or principle contained and expressed within something.
    • The company's philosophy is embodied in its commitment to customer service.
  • "embodying" (present participle as adjective): Serving as a tangible representation.
    • She is the embodying force behind the movement's success.
Variants and Related Words
  • Embodiment (noun): A tangible or visible form of an idea, quality, or feeling.
    • She is the very embodiment of grace.
  • Re-embody (verb): To embody again or in a new form.
    • The artist sought to re-embody the classic myth in a modern setting.
Synonyms
  • Personify: To represent (a quality or concept) by a figure in human form.
  • Incarnate: To embody or represent (a deity, spirit, or quality) in human form.
  • Exemplify: To be a typical example of.
  • Manifest: To display or show (a quality or feeling) by one's acts or appearance.
Antonyms
  • Abstract: Existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence.
  • Conceal: To keep from sight; to hide.
Related Phrases and Constructions
  • "embody the principles of": To perfectly represent the fundamental rules or beliefs of something.
    • The school aims to embody the principles of inclusive education.
  • "embody in law": To give formal expression to something within a legal framework.
    • These rights were finally embodied in law last year.
Verb
  1. represent or express something abstract in tangible form
    • This painting embodies the feelings of the Romantic period
  2. represent, as of a character on stage
    • Derek Jacobi was Hamlet
  3. represent in bodily form
    • He embodies all that is evil wrong with the system
    • The painting substantiates the feelings of the artist

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