embody
gb/ɪmbˈɑdi/ us/ɪmbˈɑdi/
C1
英语
~ 5600
义项
0 个义项
动词
C1
state
1
Be a perfect example of something
To show a quality or idea very clearly, so that people see you as a strong example of it.
用法模式：
[someone/something] embodies [a quality/idea/type]
常见错误：
Learners sometimes confuse "embody" with "symbolize". "Embody" usually means someone or something is the living or clear example of a quality, while "symbolize" often refers to a sign or object that stands for something more abstract (for example, a flag symbolizes a country). Also, do not say "embody of"; use a direct object: "He embodies courage," not "He embodies of courage."
近义词
epitomize (Slightly more formal; stresses being the best or most typical example.)
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personify (Often used when a human seems to be the living form of a quality or idea.)
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exemplify (Highlights serving as an example that shows a quality or type clearly.)
反义词
contradict (To be the opposite of or go against the claimed quality or idea.)
搭配
embody the spirit of
|embody the values of
|embody an ideal
|embody the principles of
|fully embodies
|truly embodies
主题
character
|society
|communication
|core_vocabulary
例句
- She truly embodies the spirit of generosity.
- The company tries to embody innovation and creativity in everything it does.
- For many fans, he embodies the traditional values of the sport.
- The character embodies the hopes and fears of an entire generation.
- This movement embodies a new way of thinking about community.
学习者例句
- My teacher embodies patience and kindness.
- To me, this city embodies hard work and energy.
- The hero in the film embodies courage.
- That nurse embodies what good care means.
- Her work embodies what modern art is about.
动词
formal
C1
action
2
Give concrete form to an idea
To make an idea or feeling clear in a real thing, like a building, a picture, or a plan.
用法模式：
[something] embodies [an abstract idea/feeling]
常见错误：
Learners may use "embody" instead of "include" or "contain" in technical contexts. "Embody" here is about making an abstract idea visible or concrete, not just having it as a part. Also, avoid saying "embody into"; the normal pattern is "embody in": "The design is embodied in the final product."
近义词
express (More general; does not always suggest a concrete or physical form.)
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manifest (Often used when something hidden becomes visible or obvious.)
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encapsulate (Focuses on capturing the main points or essence in a compact form.)
反义词
obscure (To make an idea or meaning less clear or harder to see, the opposite of giving it clear form.)
搭配
architecture that embodies
|design embodies
|embody in a sculpture
|embody in concrete form
|embody in practice
|embody in a symbol
主题
art
|design
|philosophy
|arts_entertainment
|communication
例句
- The building’s simple lines embody the principles of modernist design.
- This monument embodies the nation’s struggle for independence.
- Her painting embodies the sadness and hope of the post-war period.
- The festival embodies their belief in community and shared responsibility.
- The logo is meant to embody the brand’s promise of reliability.
学习者例句
- This statue embodies the idea of freedom.
- The new logo embodies the company’s fresh image.
- The song embodies his feelings about home.
- Their project embodies a different way to use energy.
- This simple picture embodies a very complex idea.
动词
formal
C1
action
3
Include as an essential part
To have ideas, rules, or parts inside something, as an important part of it.
用法模式：
[something] embodies [rules/principles/features]
常见错误：
Learners sometimes use "contain" or "have" where formal writing prefers "embody" or "incorporate". Also, remember that the thing doing the embodying is usually a document, law, or system, not a person, in this sense.
近义词
incorporate (Very close in meaning; common in legal and business writing.)
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include (More general and less formal; does not always suggest being an essential part.)
反义词
exclude (To deliberately leave something out of a document or system.)
搭配
embody in a contract
|embody in legislation
|embody in policy
|embody key principles
|embody the terms of
|embody in a document
主题
law
|business
|technology
例句
- The new agreement embodies all the conditions we discussed.
- These regulations embody the latest safety standards.
- The policy embodies several recommendations from the expert panel.
- The charter embodies the organization’s core principles.
- The software specification embodies detailed security requirements.
学习者例句
- The contract embodies the rules of the project.
- This law embodies many new ideas about privacy.
- The plan embodies the changes we asked for.
- The report embodies their main suggestions.
- The app embodies all the features customers wanted.
动词
literary
C2
action
4
Give bodily form to a spirit
To make a god, spirit, or idea exist in a real body, usually in stories or religion.
用法模式：
[a spirit/idea] is embodied in [a person/form]
近义词
incarnate (Very close in meaning; often specifically religious or literary.)
反义词
disembody (To separate something from a physical body or form, the reverse of giving it one.)
搭配
embodied in human form
|embodied in flesh
|embody the divine
|embody the god
|embody the spirit
|embody in human shape
主题
religion
|mythology
|literature
|core_vocabulary
例句
- In the myth, the goddess is embodied in a young girl.
- The novel shows evil embodied in a single mysterious figure.
- Some traditions see the hero as justice embodied in human form.
- The legend tells of an ancient spirit embodied in a stone statue.
- For the villagers, the child embodied the divine presence among them.
学习者例句
- In this story, love is embodied as a woman.
- The film shows fear embodied in a monster.
- They believed their god was embodied in the king.
- In the tale, the spirit is embodied in a bird.
- The writer shows hope embodied in one small child.
语法
词典原形
embody
IPA
GB/ɪmbˈɑdi/
US/ɪmbˈɑdi/
音节与重音
em - body （2 个音节）
Stress on 2nd syllable (body)
词形变化
Verb
- Base: embody
- 3rd Person Singular: embodies
- Present Participle: embodying
- Past: embodied
词族
Forms
embodies
verb
embodying
verb
embodied
verb
Core family
embodiment
noun C1
Related words
body
noun A1
Negative and opposite forms
disembodied
adjective
相关表达
be embodied in
1/bˈi ɪmbˈɑdid ˈɪn/
fixed phrase
formal
Exist in concrete form
To be shown or present in a real, clear form, often in a thing, person, or law.
例句
- Their ideas are embodied in the new constitution.
- The company’s commitment to quality is embodied in every product they make.
embody the spirit of
1/ɪmbˈɑdi ðə spˈɪɹɪt əv/
fixed phrase
Show the typical spirit of something
To be a very clear example of the usual feeling, mood, or style of a group, place, or activity.
例句
- This small café really embodies the spirit of the neighborhood.
- Her performance embodied the spirit of the original play.
embody the values of
1/ɪmbˈɑdi ðə vˈæljuz əv/
fixed phrase
formal
Represent a group’s values
To show the main beliefs and principles of a group or organization in a clear way.
例句
- We chose her because she embodies the values of our company.
- The project aims to embody the values of open cooperation and respect.