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    Pedestal (en. Pedestal)

    /peˈðestal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An elevated support on which a statue or something similar is placed.
    The statue was on a white marble pedestal.
    La estatua estaba en un pedestal de mármol blanco.
    Any of the bases on which something is supported.
    The base of the table was very sturdy.
    El pedestal de la mesa era muy robusto.
    Position of privilege or respect granted to someone.
    That person has placed themselves on a pedestal in the community.
    Esa persona se ha colocado en un pedestal en la comunidad.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'pedestal', meaning 'base for the feet'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be on a pedestal
    To be treated with great respect or consideration.
    estar en un pedestal
    to put someone on a pedestal
    To admire someone to the point of not seeing their flaws.
    poner a alguien en un pedestal
    to come down from one's pedestal
    To step down from a position of superiority or distinction.
    salir de su pedestal

    Related Words

    support
    Element that holds or keeps something in place.
    soporte
    base
    Bottom part that serves as a support.
    base
    platform
    Flat and elevated surface.
    plataforma

    Slang Meanings

    To feel superior or unreachable.
    That artist is on his pedestal, it's hard to reach him.
    Ese artista está en su pedestal, es difícil alcanzarlo.
    To be the object of adoration or veneration.
    The idolatry towards him has led him to live on a pedestal.
    La idolatría hacia él lo ha llevado a vivir en un pedestal.