Incarnated: meaning, definitions and examples

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incarnated

 

[ ษชnหˆkษ‘หneษชtษชd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

in religion

Embodied in flesh; given a bodily, especially a human, form. The belief that a deity or spirit has taken on human form. Believed to be the actual living presence of a god or goddess on Earth.

Synonyms

embodied, manifested, personified.

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Word Description / Examples
incarnated

It appears the word 'incarnated' is listed twice, it should refer to the same context and examples provided previously.

  • Same as above
manifested

This word is often used to describe something that becomes visible or is made clear through appearance or demonstration. It's frequently used in philosophical, spiritual, or psychological contexts.

  • Her frustration manifested in frequent outbursts
  • The results of their hard work manifested in the successful launch
embodied

This word is best used when something abstract or theoretical is given a tangible or visible form. It often relates to ideas, values, or qualities being represented in a physical form.

  • The new building embodied modern architectural principles
  • She embodied the spirit of leadership
personified

Generally used when human qualities or characteristics are attributed to something non-human. Also, it can describe someone who embodies a quality or concept perfectly.

  • In the story, Death is personified as a grim figure
  • She is the personification of kindness

Examples of usage

  • The god Vishnu is said to have incarnated as the hero Rama in Hindu mythology.
  • The concept of Jesus Christ being incarnated as a human is central to Christian beliefs.
Context #2 | Verb

in a different form or body

Reborn in another body or form, especially after death. To be given a new physical form or body. To be brought back in a different physical form.

Synonyms

reborn, reembodied, reincarnated.

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incarnated

Often used in religious or spiritual contexts to describe a deity or spirit taking a physical form. It can also be used in a more general sense to describe an abstract idea or quality becoming embodied in a human or physical form.

  • In many cultures, it is believed that gods can be incarnated as humans.
  • The character in the novel is incarnated as a symbol of hope for the people.
reincarnated

Commonly used in religious, especially Eastern religious traditions, to describe a soul being born again in a new body after death. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a significant change or transformation in character or circumstance.

  • Many people believe that after death, the soul is reincarnated into another body.
  • The old abandoned factory has been reincarnated as a beautiful art gallery.
reborn

Generally used to describe someone or something experiencing a renewed existence, often after a significant transformation or change. It is also common in spiritual or metaphorical contexts.

  • After hitting rock bottom, she felt like a completely different person, as if she had been reborn.
  • The city has been reborn after the war, with new buildings and vibrant culture.
reembodied

Less commonly used. It suggests a spirit or soul taking on another physical form after leaving the previous one. Often found in philosophical or metaphysical discussions.

  • Some esoteric philosophies suggest that the soul can be reembodied multiple times throughout its existence.

Examples of usage

  • Some believe in the concept of souls being incarnated in new bodies through reincarnation.
  • The idea of being incarnated as a different species is explored in some spiritual beliefs.

Translations

Translations of the word "incarnated" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น encarnado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคตเคคเคพเคฐเคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช inkarniert

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ inkarnasi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั‚ั–ะปะตะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wcielony

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ…ท็พๅŒ–ใ•ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท incarnรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ encarnado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท beden bulmuลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ™”์‹ ๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูุฌูŽุณูŽู‘ุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ inkarnovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ inkarnovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŒ–่บซ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ inkarniran

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lรญkami

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฑะปา“ะฐะปะฐะฝา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒกแƒแƒฎแƒšแƒ“แƒœแƒ”แƒœ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™nzimlษ™nmiลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ encarnado

Etymology

The word 'incarnated' comes from the Latin word 'incarnatus', which is a combination of the prefix 'in-' (into) and 'caro' (flesh). It originated in the 14th century and has been used in religious contexts to refer to the embodiment of a deity or spirit in human form. The concept of incarnation is found in various religious and spiritual beliefs around the world, representing the idea of a divine being taking on a physical body.

See also: reincarnate.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,498, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.