Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
personifies
verb
/ˈpɜːrsənəˌfaɪz/
Definition
To represent an abstract quality or idea as if it were a person.
Examples
- The author personifies love, describing it as a nurturing figure.
- In the poem, the wind is personified as a playful child.
- She personifies courage, depicting it as a strong warrior.
Meaning
When something is described as personifying, it means that human qualities or characteristics are attributed to it. This technique is often used in literature and art to create a vivid image or make a concept more relatable.
Synonyms
- embodies
- symbolizes
- represents
- illustrates
