embodies

verb

present tense third-person singular of embody
1
as in integrates
to make a part of a body or system they must embody their ideas in substantial institutions if they are to survive

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2
as in expresses
to represent in visible form George Washington embodied so many of the virtues that Americans hold dear

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Recent Examples of embodies The dynamic between them essentially embodies the traditional animosity between the clubs. — Kansas City Star, 1 Oct. 2026 According to the company, for the new campaign, JC-T embodies the sleeker side of London style, one that’s modern, refined and individual. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026 Nixon embodies that for people, Dunn said, adding that her authenticity also attracts supporters. — Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2026 The comic tension embodies Cassavetes’ approach to the entire film, which involved some not-so-subtle manipulation of his actors behind the scenes. — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 23 Sep. 2026 Thousands of fans will cast ballots in head-to-head matchups to decide which bear best embodies the survival skills and healthy appetite needed to make it through Alaska's harshest months. — Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2026 This old-fashioned cake embodies the flavors of fall in every bite. — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2026 Espresso brown is the rich, autumnal color that embodies sultry sophistication and effortless cool. — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 18 Sep. 2026 Xi’s reserved and opaque public demeanor embodies such admonitions. — Orville Schell, Foreign Affairs, 16 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embodies
  1. integrates
  2. expresses
  3. incorporates
  4. exemplifies
  5. assimilates
  6. personifies
  7. symbolizes
  8. epitomizes
Verb
  • The transaction further integrates S10 into Avex Music Group.
    — Jem Aswad, Variety, 29 Sep. 2026
  • The Method builds on the social aspect and integrates it into the daily routine.
    — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of integrates
Verb
  • According to recent survey data from polling firm Forsa, merely 11% of the German public currently expresses satisfaction with his performance in office.
    — , CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Sharman jumped at the chance, was the good teammate and still expresses appreciation to Hawkins.
    — Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of expresses
Verb
  • It is designed to run on 100 percent renewable electricity and incorporates advanced manufacturing technology and digital solutions, according to the company.
    — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 1 Oct. 2026
  • The contract incorporates artificial intelligence protections from the IATSE-AMPTP Basic Agreement.
    — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of incorporates
Verb
  • Perhaps no stock exemplifies these qualities more than Coca-Cola .
    — Justin Zacks, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Califia Carlisle exemplifies how and why California is failing on homelessness.
    — The Sacramento Bee Staff, Sacbee.com, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of exemplifies
Verb
  • His ashen skin is snaked with circuitry, his voice flattened into the cold register of the Borg, a cybernetic collective that assimilates entire civilizations and reshapes them in its own image.
    — JP Mangalindan, Time, 5 Apr. 2026
Definition of assimilates
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  • Even though Miami’s inside linebacker spot had been decimated by injuries, and the overall roster lacks playmakers (which Dodson was), and experience (43 NFL starts), that decision personifies what this season will be about.
    — Omar Kelly August 30, Miami Herald, 30 Aug. 2026
  • With a soothing neutral color palette and elegant touches like custom cathedral ceilings, the house personifies modern luxury.
    — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of personifies
Verb
  • In China and other East Asian countries, the Harvest Moon is celebrated during the Mid-Autumn Festival, when the full moon traditionally symbolizes reunion and togetherness.
    — Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Tariffs imposed on Canadian imports now extend to hockey equipment, potentially increasing the cost of playing the very sport that perhaps best symbolizes the cultural connection between the two countries.
    — Rick Burton, Sportico.com, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of symbolizes
Verb
  • Digger epitomizes the difference between big swing and hubristic folly more than any film since Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis, another wildly ambitious bid to skewer the chaos of contemporary reality.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Led by global creative director Wes Gordon, the brand epitomizes the feminine style, colorful palette and glamour that resonates with Crystal Charity Ball supporters.
    — Holly Haber, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of epitomizes

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“Embodies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embodies. Accessed 5 Oct. 2026.

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