Emblazoned: meaning, definitions and examples

🎨
Add to dictionary

emblazoned

 

[ ɪmˈbleɪznd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

decorative design

Emblazoned means to decorate or display a design, coat of arms, or emblem on a surface in a conspicuous way. It often refers to making something visually compelling and distinct, particularly in heraldry or decorative art.

Synonyms

adorned, decorated, inscribed

Examples of usage

  • The flag was emblazoned with vibrant colors.
  • Her shield was emblazoned with the family crest.
  • The walls of the cathedral were emblazoned with intricate frescoes.

Translations

Translations of the word "emblazoned" in other languages:

🇵🇹 emblematizado

🇮🇳 चिह्नित

🇩🇪 verziert

🇮🇩 dihiasi

🇺🇦 викарбуваний

🇵🇱 ozdobiony

🇯🇵 装飾された

🇫🇷 orné

🇪🇸 adornado

🇹🇷 süslenmiş

🇰🇷 장식된

🇸🇦 مزخرف

🇨🇿 ozdobený

🇸🇰 ozdobený

🇨🇳 装饰的

🇸🇮 okrašen

🇮🇸 skreytt

🇰🇿 безендірілген

🇬🇪 დამშვენებული

🇦🇿 bəzədilmiş

🇲🇽 adornado

Word origin

The word 'emblazoned' has its roots in Middle English, coming from 'emblasonen', which derives from the Old French 'blason' meaning 'coat of arms'. This, in turn, traces back to the Latin 'blasonium', which referred to a shield or distinctive emblem. The concept evolved from exclusively heraldic devices to a broader sense of decoration and embellishment. Over time, 'emblazoned' has come to signify any act of inscribing or vividly displaying symbols and designs on various surfaces, extending to literature, fashion, and architecture. In contemporary usage, the term conveys artistic expression and individuality, aligning with modern notions of design and personal branding.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,312, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.