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embodies

v.
C1 Advanced US //ɛmˈbɑdiz// UK //ɛmbˈɒdɪz// em·bod·ies

v. to be a perfect example of an idea or a quality. When someone or something does this, they show that idea in a clear, physical way.

v. to represent or express an abstract idea, quality, or concept in a concrete or tangible form. Often used to describe how a person or object serves as the quintessential example of a specific trait.


SIMPLE

She embodies the spirit of kindness in everything she does.

CONTEXTUAL

The new museum building embodies the city's commitment to modern art and sustainable design.

COMPLEX

The protagonist embodies the struggle between traditional values and the rapid modernization of the early twentieth century, serving as a living metaphor for the era's social upheaval.

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Usage

The verb is transitive and requires a direct object, typically an abstract noun representing a quality or ideal.

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