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Emblematic

Part of Speech

Adjective

Pronunciation

/ˌɛm.bləˈmæt.ɪk/ (English)

Definitions

  • Serving as a symbol or representation of a particular quality, concept, or idea.
  • Symbolic, characteristic, or representative of something.

Usage Examples

  • "The Statue of Liberty is emblematic of freedom and democracy."
  • "His actions were emblematic of the courage required in difficult times."

Etymology

From French emblématique, derived from Latin emblema (‘symbol’ or ‘ornament’), meaning something that stands as a representative symbol.

Synonyms

Symbolic, Representative, Indicative, Figurative

Antonyms

Literal, Unrepresentative, Unsymbolic

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
SpanishEmblemático/em.bleˈma.ti.ko/
FrenchEmblématique/ɑ̃.blɛ.ma.tik/
GermanEmblematisch/ɛmˈbleːmaːtɪʃ/
Hindiप्रतीकात्मक/pratīkātmak/
Chinese象征性的/xiàng zhēng xìng de/
Japanese象徴的/shōchō-teki/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

In American English, the final syllable is often pronounced with a clearer "t," while in British English, it may be softened.

Historical Usage

The term has been used in literature and philosophy to describe figures and objects that serve as powerful symbols of broader concepts.

Cultural Nuances

The word "emblematic" is often used in political and artistic discourse to describe iconic representations of movements, ideologies, or historical events.

More Information

Emblematic figures and objects are prevalent in heraldry, religious symbolism, and national identity, often conveying deep meaning beyond their physical form.

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