What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
incarnated
Example
The deity was believed to have incarnated as a human to teach humanity. [incarnated: verb]
Example
The artist's vision was incarnated in the form of a stunning sculpture. [incarnated: past participle]
embodied
Example
The painting embodied the artist's love for nature. [embodied: verb]
Example
The hero of the story embodied courage and selflessness. [embodied: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Embodied is more commonly used than incarnated in everyday language, and is more versatile in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between incarnated and embodied?
Both incarnated and embodied can be used in formal contexts, but incarnated may be more associated with religious or spiritual language and therefore may be less common in formal settings outside of those contexts.
