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to incarnate
01
to manifest or embody an abstract idea, concept, or quality in a tangible, concrete form
Transitive: to incarnate an idea or concept
Examples
The artist sought to incarnate the essence of freedom in a powerful sculpture.
Through community projects, they aim to incarnate the values of unity and collaboration.
02
to embody or represent a concept, idea, deity, or spirit in a physical or bodily form
Intransitive
Transitive: to incarnate sth
Examples
The deity was believed to incarnate in human form during sacred ceremonies.
In religious art, angels are often depicted to incarnate messengers of divine will.
incarnate
01
existing in a physical form, especially in reference to a quality or concept
Examples
The villain in the story was evil incarnate, showing no mercy to anyone.
The ancient texts describe him as wisdom incarnate, possessing knowledge beyond his years.
02
taking on a physical or visible form, often from an abstract or conceptual state
Examples
Some believe that spirits can become incarnate in nature, such as in trees or animals.
In various mythologies, it 's thought that deities would become incarnate in certain revered animals, such as eagles or bulls.
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disincarnate
reincarnate
incarnate
