Emblematic

/ˌɛm.blɪˈmæt.ɪk/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Serving as a symbol or emblem; representative.
The golden eagle is emblematic of strength and freedom.
Symbolically significant; representing a particular quality or concept.
The broken chains were emblematic of the country's fight for independence.
Relating to or serving as an emblem.
Her actions were emblematic of the commitment to social justice.
Typical or characteristic of a particular group or category.
The artist's work is emblematic of the modern abstract movement.

Etymology

From the Middle French 'emblématique', derived from the term 'embleme'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

emblematic of
indicating a particular characteristic or quality.
emblematic figure
a person or thing that serves as a symbol.
emblematic act
an action that symbolizes a broader idea or theme.

Related Words

emblem
a symbolic object or image representing a particular quality or concept.
symbolic
serving as a symbol or representation.
icon
a representation or a symbol that is widely recognized.

Slang Meanings