Verbs of Existence and Action - Verbs for Representations

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to representations such as "embody", "mean", and "symbolize".

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to represent [verb]

to be an image, sign, symbol, etc. of something

Ex: The statue in the square has long represented freedom .

to symbolize [verb]

to convey meaning, ideas, or entities through the use of symbols

Ex: In his speech , the leader symbolized the dawn of a new era for the nation .

to embody [verb]

to represent a quality or belief

Ex: The ancient statue was crafted to embody the ideals of beauty and grace in the culture of that era .

to incarnate [verb]

to embody or represent a concept, idea, deity, or spirit in a physical or bodily form

Ex: The legendary hero was said to incarnate in times of crisis .

to exemplify [verb]

to provide a concrete illustration that helps make a concept or idea more understandable

Ex: In his presentation , the scientist was exemplifying the principles of quantum physics , providing experimental evidence and visual demonstrations that were making the abstract theories more accessible .

to typify [verb]

to stand as a symbol or emblem of something

Ex: The white lotus typifies purity and spiritual enlightenment , serving as a symbol in many religious traditions .

to epitomize [verb]

to serve as a typical example or embodiment of a concept, idea, or category

Ex: The current political debates are epitomizing the deep divisions in American society .

to mean [verb]

to have a particular meaning or represent something

Ex: The white flag means surrender .

to denote [verb]

to mark or be a sign of an entity or a concept

Ex: Symbols on the treasure map denote the locations of hidden treasures .

to signify [verb]

to indicate a meaning

Ex: The presence of certain symptoms can signify an underlying medical condition .

to stand for [verb]

to represent something in the form of an abbreviation or symbol

Ex: The abbreviation ' CEO ' stands for Chief Executive Officer .

to betoken [verb]

to serve as a sign or warning that suggests or foretells a future event

Ex: A decline in economic indicators may betoken an impending recession .

to translate [verb]

to change words into another language

Ex: As a professional translator , his job is to accurately translate legal documents from Japanese to English .

Verbs of Existence and Action
Verbs for Events Taking Place	Verbs for Existence	Verbs for Accommodation	Verbs for Execution
Verbs for Lack of Action	Verbs for Intervention	Verbs for Revenge	Verbs for Utilization
Verbs for Representations	Verbs for Ownership	Verbs for Dependency and Association	Verbs for Causality
Verbs for Triggering