embodies

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represent; materialize v.
include, integrate v.

VERB

represent; materialize

Synonyms

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demonstrate epitomize exemplify exhibit express illustrate incorporate manifest mirror personify realize stand for symbolize typify

STRONG

actualize complete concretize evince exteriorize externalize hypostatize incarnate objectify personalize reify show substantiate

WEAK

emblematize

Antonyms

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conceal cover hide obscure

WEAK

disembody disintegrate exclude

VERB

include, integrate

Synonyms

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blend codify combine comprehend contain embrace encompass establish incorporate involve

STRONG

absorb amalgamate assimilate collect comprise concentrate consolidate fuse have merge organize subsume systematize unify

WEAK

bring together take in

Antonyms

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divide exclude separate

STRONG

disorder disorganize disperse lack misunderstand need part scatter want

WEAK

disembody disintegrate

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embodies

Dillahunt’s Macon embodies the sinister darkness lurking beneath the surface of any American small town, especially for outsiders.

From Salon ● Aug. 14, 2026

“This extraordinary residence represents the culmination of that passion: a Napa-inspired estate that embodies everything she loved most about residential design,” the listing goes on.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 31, 2026

For those unfamiliar with the Harry Potter universe, each House embodies a trait: courage for Gryffindor, loyalty for Hufflepuff, wisdom for Ravenclaw and ambition for Slytherin.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026

Deeply influenced by his Cuban grandfather, Rubio says he embodies the American dream.

From Barron's ● Jul. 29, 2026

A mammoth corporation like this—it embodies too much experience.

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick