Embodied: meaning, definitions and examples
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embodied
[ ɪmˈbɒdi ]
in psychology
Representing or expressing an idea or quality completely and in a tangible form.
Synonyms
incarnate, manifested, personified
Examples of usage
- The character in the novel is the embodied spirit of perseverance.
- Through her dance, she embodied the emotions of the music.
- The painting embodied the essence of love and passion.
in philosophy
To give a tangible or visible form to an abstract concept.
Synonyms
exemplify, represent, symbolize
Examples of usage
- She embodied the principles of justice in her actions.
- His artwork embodies the struggle for freedom and equality.
- The statue perfectly embodies the beauty of simplicity.
Translations
Translations of the word "embodied" in other languages:
🇵🇹 incorporado
🇮🇳 साकार
🇩🇪 verkörpert
🇮🇩 berwujud
🇺🇦 втілений
🇵🇱 ucieleśniony
🇯🇵 具現化された
🇫🇷 incarné
🇪🇸 encarnado
🇹🇷 vücut bulmuş
🇰🇷 구체화된
🇸🇦 مجسد
🇨🇿 ztělesněný
🇸🇰 vtelený
🇨🇳 体现
🇸🇮 utelesljen
🇮🇸 holdtekin
🇰🇿 дене
🇬🇪 ხორცშესხმული
🇦🇿 cisimlənmiş
🇲🇽 encarnado
Word origin
The word 'embodied' originated from the Middle English word 'embodien', which combined 'em-' (intensive prefix) and 'bodien' (to give physical form). The concept of embodying ideas or qualities has been present in various cultures throughout history, often associated with symbolism and manifestation.
See also: embodiment, embodying, reembodied.