embodiment
noun
em·bodi·ment
im-ˈbä-di-mənt 
Examples of embodiment in a Sentence
She's the embodiment of all our hopes.
Mother Theresa was often regarded as the embodiment of selfless devotion to others.
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The king was seen as the embodiment of the people, and therefore his decisions regarding war and peace did not require their consent.
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Adam Serwer, The Atlantic, 4 Mar. 2026
Our pool culture is the embodiment of our nation; an outdoor activity that combines action and relaxation.
—Lauren Breedlove, Outside, 3 Mar. 2026
Seeing the trio combine for a fast-break highlight against Maryland was the visual embodiment of that sentiment.
—Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
Golden State is less of a functional NBA contender right now and more like the team embodiment of a middle-aged guy who was just divorced.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2026
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Adam Serwer, The Atlantic, 4 Mar. 2026
Our pool culture is the embodiment of our nation; an outdoor activity that combines action and relaxation.
—Lauren Breedlove, Outside, 3 Mar. 2026
Seeing the trio combine for a fast-break highlight against Maryland was the visual embodiment of that sentiment.
—Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
Golden State is less of a functional NBA contender right now and more like the team embodiment of a middle-aged guy who was just divorced.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for embodiment
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“Embodiment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/embodiment. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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