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emblematicserving as a symbol of a particular quality or concept; representative or typical of something

Part of speech: ADJECTIVE

Definition: serving as a symbol of a particular quality or concept; representative or typical of something

Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪmˌbləˈmætɪk/

Korean meaning: 상징적인, 대표적인, 전형적인

Korean pronunciation: 엠블러**매**틱

Example Sentences

  • His messy desk was emblematic of his chaotic lifestyle.
  • The white dove is emblematic of peace worldwide.
  • Her collection of broken phones was emblematic of her relationship with technology.

emblematic

ADJECTIVE

//ɪmˌbləˈmætɪk//

serving as a symbol of a particular quality or concept; representative or typical of something

emblematic concept
💡 Concept

a uniformed honor guard carefully raises a large national flag on a tall flagpole. The flag waves proudly in the wind as it reaches the top of the pole. Citizens below stop their activities to watch and place their hands over their hearts. Some remove their hats while others stand at attention with respectful expressions. A group of children point up at the flag while their teacher explains its significance. the flag serving as a symbol of the nation's values and identity that everyone recognizes

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ɪmˌbləˈmætɪk/
🇬🇧 UK/ˌembləˈmætɪk/

🌳Etymology

Rootemblem
Suffix--atic

Origin

From Greek 'emblema' meaning inlaid work or insertion, originally referring to decorative pieces inserted into metal or wood. Over time, it evolved from concrete decorative objects to abstract symbols or representations.

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🎵Rhyme

systematicdramaticautomatic
systematic
dramatic
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📝Examples

😄 Fun example

His messy desk was emblematic of his chaotic lifestyle.

The white dove is emblematic of peace worldwide.

😄 Fun example

Her collection of broken phones was emblematic of her relationship with technology.

The company's innovative approach is emblematic of the new generation of entrepreneurs.

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📚Related Words

Synonyms

symbolicrepresentativecharacteristictypicalindicative

Antonyms

atypicalunrepresentativeaberrant

Related

emblemsymbolrepresentsymbolizeexemplify