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Meaning of the word personify in English

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personify

US /pɚˈsɑː.nə.faɪ/
UK /pɚˈsɑː.nə.faɪ/
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Verb

1.

represent (an abstract quality or concept) as a person or in human form

Example:
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Liberty is often personified as a woman with a torch.
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The ancient Greeks personified the forces of nature as gods and goddesses.
Synonym:
embodyincarnatetypifyrepresentsymbolize
2.

be the embodiment or perfect example of

Example:
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He personifies the spirit of the team.
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She personifies elegance and grace.
Synonym:
embodyepitomizeexemplifymanifestrepresent
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