Need another word for icon? Use these synonyms of icon from our thesaurus to say it differently.
Synonyms & Similar Words
symbol
image
picture
representation
emblem
token
sign
logo
figure
idol
likeness
portrait
sculpture
statue
effigy
bust
figurine
model
replica
simulation
imitation
copy
facsimile
counterpart
equivalent
analogue
metaphor
allegory
personification
embodiment
incarnation
manifestation
representation
avatar
Meaning of icon
A person or thing regarded as a representative symbol or embodiment of something.
Definitions
- A person or thing regarded as a representative symbol or as worthy of veneration
- * A visual representation of a person, object, or idea, typically on a computer screen
- * A symbol or image that represents an idea, object, or concept
Etymology of icon
The word "icon" originates from the Greek word "eikōn", meaning "image" or "likeness", which is derived from the verb "eikō", meaning "to resemble" or "to be like"
The term has been used in various contexts, including art, religion, and computer science, to refer to a symbol, image, or representation of an object, idea, or concept
Example Uses
- The city's skyline is an icon of modern architecture
- * She's a pop culture icon, known for her unique style and music
- * The company's logo is an icon that represents their brand and values