Icon

/ˈaɪ.kɒn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person or thing regarded as a representative symbol or as worthy of veneration.

Elvis Presley is an icon of rock and roll music.

A graphic symbol on a computer screen that represents a program, option, or function.

Click the folder icon to access your documents.

A religious symbol or image, especially in Eastern Orthodox Christianity.

The church was filled with beautiful icons depicting saints.

An image, representation, or symbol of something; a representation that is widely recognized.

The statue of Liberty stands as an icon of freedom.

verb

To represent or symbolize something.

The new logo icons the brand's commitment to sustainability.

From Greek 'eikōn' meaning image or likeness.

cultural icon

A symbol that is recognized and significant in a particular culture.

style icon

A person admired for their fashion or style.

pop icon

A famous person in popular culture.

iconic status

The state of being widely recognized as an icon.

idol

A greatly admired person or object.

symbol

A mark, sign, or word that represents something.

emblem

A pictorial representation that symbolizes something.

A person who is exceptionally talented or admired.

After winning the award, she became a true icon in the industry.

Something that is deemed cool or trendy.

That new phone has become a fashion icon among teens.