BODYING Synonyms: 22 Similar and Opposite Words

bodying

verb

present participle of body

as in embodying

to represent in visible form abstract sculpture that bodies forth the artist's aesthetic of minimalism

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disembodying

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Recent Examples of bodying LaMelo Ball bodying up Noticing a more physical nature from LaMelo Ball this season? — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 7 Mar. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for bodying

Verb

Hathaway was dealt the unenviable task of embodying director James Gray’s mother in Armageddon Time, an autobiographical drama based on his childhood.

— Chris Bellamy, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Aug. 2026
The craftsmanship continues upstairs, where jamdani fabrics and wallpapers in the primary bedroom celebrate the ancient Bengal art of weaving fine diaphanous textiles, embodying the showroom’s dedication to materiality, artistry, and the human hand.

— AD PRO, Architectural Digest, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of embodying

Verb

Instead, focus on socializing with others, exploring sports, enjoying playful times with kids and expressing your creative talents.

— Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 19 Aug. 2026
Depending on the cause, a veterinarian may recommend expressing the anal glands, treating an infection or addressing contributing issues such as chronic soft stool, allergies, parasites or excess weight.

— Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of expressing

Verb

Some formulas do even more than volumize—doubling as heat protectants or incorporating ingredients designed to help minimize damage.

— Iman Balagam, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026
Taiwan has stepped up the intensity of the Han Kuang drills, incorporating reservists and more civilians into the exercises with a focus on real-world scenarios.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026