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embody

/ɪmˈbɒdi/
em · bod · y ɪm · ˈbɒd · i
English Definition
v. to represent an idea or quality
中文释义
体现,代表
Significado en Español
encarnar, representar
한국어 뜻
구현하다, 체현하다
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
hiện thân, thể hiện
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Example Sentence

The statue embodies freedom and courage.

这座雕像体现了自由与勇气。

Synonyms
represent personify exemplify
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Select the best synonym for the word “embody”:

  1. A ignore
  2. B contradict
  3. C dismiss
  4. D represent
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D — represent. “embody” means v. to represent an idea or quality

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

A good hero should ______ courage, honesty, and true kindness.

  1. A hide
  2. B embody
  3. C deny
  4. D betray
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B — embody. “embody” means v. to represent an idea or quality

Common questions about “embody”

What does “embody” mean?

embody — v. to represent an idea or quality. In Chinese: 体现,代表.

How do you pronounce “embody”?

embody is pronounced /ɪmˈbɒdi/. It breaks into 3 syllables: em · bod · y.

How do you use “embody” in a sentence?

The statue embodies freedom and courage. (这座雕像体现了自由与勇气。)

What are synonyms for “embody”?

represent, personify, exemplify — all close in meaning to embody (v. to represent an idea or quality).

Is “embody” an ISEE Basic-level word?

Yes. embody appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

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