Definitions
- Describing a person or thing that represents or exemplifies a particular quality or idea. - Referring to the physical manifestation or expression of an abstract concept or idea. - Talking about a person who possesses or displays a certain trait or characteristic.
- Describing a person or thing that represents or embodies a particular quality or idea. - Referring to the attribution of human characteristics or qualities to non-human entities. - Talking about a person who is the perfect example of a particular trait or characteristic.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe the representation or embodiment of an idea or quality.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a person or thing that exemplifies a particular trait or characteristic.
- 3Both words involve the attribution of meaning or significance to a person or thing.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Embody is more commonly used to describe the physical manifestation or expression of an abstract concept, while personify is more commonly used to describe the attribution of human qualities to non-human entities.
- 2Focus: Embody emphasizes the physical representation or embodiment of an idea, while personify emphasizes the attribution of human qualities or characteristics.
- 3Connotation: Embody has a more neutral connotation, while personify can have a positive or negative connotation depending on the context.
Remember this!
Embody and personify are synonyms that describe the representation or embodiment of an idea or quality. However, embody emphasizes the physical manifestation or expression of an abstract concept, while personify emphasizes the attribution of human qualities or characteristics to non-human entities.
