Embodiment

Pronunciation: /ɪmˈbɑdɪmənt/

Definitions of embodiment

noun a tangible or visible form of an idea, quality, or feeling

Example Sentences

A1 The embodiment of kindness is helping others.

A2 For many, the embodiment of success is achieving their goals.

B1 The statue was considered the embodiment of beauty in the town.

B2 Her graceful dance was the embodiment of elegance.

C1 The painting was seen as the embodiment of the artist's emotions.

C2 His performance on stage was the embodiment of pure talent.

Examples of embodiment in a Sentence

formal The sculpture was considered the embodiment of beauty and grace.

informal Her performance was the embodiment of talent and skill.

slang That car is the embodiment of cool.

figurative The novel's protagonist was seen as the embodiment of hope in a dark world.

Grammatical Forms of embodiment

• past tense: embodied
• plural: embodiments
• comparative: more embodied
• superlative: most embodied
• present tense: embodies
• future tense: will embody
• perfect tense: has embodied
• continuous tense: is embodying
• singular: embodiment
• positive degree: embodiment
• infinitive: to embody
• gerund: embodying
• participle: embodied

Origin and Evolution of embodiment

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'embodiment' originated from the combination of the prefix 'em-' meaning 'in' or 'into' and the word 'body', ultimately derived from Latin 'embodimentum'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the representation or manifestation of something in physical form, the meaning of 'embodiment' has evolved to encompass the idea of being a perfect example or representation of a quality or idea.