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What is another word for Emblematic? – 176 Emblematic Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    symbolic representative figurative metaphorical allegorical typical characteristic illustrative exemplary paradigmatic symptomatic diagnostic indicative suggestive evocative expressive emblematical token figurative metaphorical allusive connotative denominative designative significative semiotic semantic hermeneutic interpretive symbolic iconic metaphorical analogical allegorical mythological mythic legendary figurative typical characteristic representative symptomatic emblematic symbolic metaphorical suggestive evocative expressive indicative characteristic distinctive peculiar representative symbolic typical exemplary quintessential archetypal paradigmatic

    Meaning of Emblematic

    The primary meaning of the word "emblematic" is related to something that serves as a symbol or representation of an idea, concept, or object.

    Definitions

    • Serving as a symbol or representation of an idea, concept, or object
    • Characteristic or representative of a particular quality, concept, or idea
    • Used to represent an abstract idea or concept through a concrete object or image

    Etymology of Emblematic

    The word "emblematic" originates from the word "emblem," which comes from the Greek word "ἔμβλημα" (emblēma), meaning "something thrown on" or "inlaid work"
    Historically, the term "emblem" referred to a symbolic object or image used to represent an idea or concept, and "emblematic" evolved to describe something that serves as a symbol or representation

    Example Uses

    • The eagle is an emblematic symbol of American strength and freedom
    • The company's logo is emblematic of its commitment to innovation and progress
    • The city's iconic landmark is emblematic of its rich history and cultural heritage

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    literal actual real factual concrete tangible physical material non-symbolic non-representative uncharacteristic atypical unusual unconventional irregular unrepresentative dissimilar unrelated unconnected incongruous inconsistent incoherent nonsymbolic nonmetaphorical nonallegorical nonfigurative noniconic

    Related Nouns

    symbol emblem icon image representation metaphor allegory figure token sign signal indicator marker badge crest logo trademark brand image picture portrait sculpture statue figurine model replica effigy likeness semblance appearance

    Related Verbs

    symbolize represent embody personify typify characterize illustrate exemplify demonstrate show display exhibit express convey suggest imply indicate signify denote connote imply mean intend purpose aim strive

    Related Adjectives

    symbolic metaphorical allegorical figurative representative characteristic typical illustrative exemplary paradigmatic symptomatic diagnostic indicative suggestive evocative expressive emblematical iconic mythological mythic legendary archetypal quintessential distinctive peculiar unique special specific particular concrete abstract literal factual real