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Embodying: meaning, definitions and examples

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embodying

 

[ ɪmˈbɒdi ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

to represent

To embody means to represent a quality or idea by a person or thing. It is to personify or exemplify something. When someone embodies a certain trait, they are the perfect example of it.

Synonyms

exemplify, incarnate, personify, represent

Examples of usage

  • He embodies the spirit of generosity.
  • She embodies grace and elegance.
Context #2 | Verb

to manifest

To embody also means to manifest or give tangible form to something abstract or conceptual. It is to make something concrete or real.

Synonyms

epitomize, express, incorporate, manifest

Examples of usage

  • The painting embodies the artist's emotions.
  • The new policy embodies the company's commitment to sustainability.

Translations

Translations of the word "embodying" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incorporando

🇮🇳 साकार करना

🇩🇪 verkörpernd

🇮🇩 mewujudkan

🇺🇦 втілюючи

🇵🇱 ucieleśniając

🇯🇵 具現化する

🇫🇷 incarnant

🇪🇸 encarnando

🇹🇷 somutlaştırma

🇰🇷 구현하다

🇸🇦 يجسد

🇨🇿 zpodobňující

🇸🇰 stelesňujúci

🇨🇳 体现

🇸🇮 utelesiti

🇮🇸 holdgerandi

🇰🇿 жүзеге асыру

🇬🇪 გახორციელება

🇦🇿 cisimləşdirmək

🇲🇽 encarnando

Etymology

The word 'embody' originated from the Middle English word 'embodien', which came from the Old French word 'embodir', meaning 'to provide a body for'. It has been used in the English language since the 15th century. The concept of embodying qualities or ideas has been prevalent in various cultures and philosophies throughout history, emphasizing the importance of physical representation of abstract concepts.

See also: embodied, embodiment, reembodied.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,839, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.