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embody

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Verb — To represent an idea or quality in a physical or concrete way; to personify it.

How to use embody

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

embody a principle embody the spirit of

Etymology

Formed from em- (a variant of "in") plus body — literally "to put into a body."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “embody” mean?

The word “embody” means to represent an idea or quality in a physical or concrete way; to personify it. In plain terms, to represent or contain an idea in solid, real form — as if giving it a body.

How do you pronounce “embody”?

“Embody” is pronounced ihm-BO-dee (/ɪmˈbɑdi/ in IPA).

How do you use “embody” in a sentence?

Here is “embody” used in a sentence: “The statue embodies the spirit of resistance.”

What is another word for “embody”?

Words with a similar meaning to “embody” include actualize, concretize, effigiate, materialize, realize and objectify.

What part of speech is “embody”?

“Embody” is a verb.

Is “embody” a common word?

“Embody” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.

How many meanings does “embody” have?

“Embody” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to represent an idea or quality in a physical or concrete way; to personify it.

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