emblematic

adjective

em·​blem·​at·​ic ˌem-blə-ˈma-tik How to pronounce emblematic (audio)
variants or less commonly emblematical
Synonyms of emblematic
: of, relating to, or constituting an emblem : symbolic, representative
emblematically adverb

Examples of emblematic in a Sentence

the dove is emblematic of the organization's mission to bring some peace to a troubled world
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The most popular order throughout the fundraiser was the arepa pabellón, one of the most emblematic arepas in Venezuelan cuisine. Melody Xu, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026 The coins include the quarter, dime, nickel and penny, as well as signature coins, all with unique elements and features emblematic of the nation's milestone. Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 28 June 2026 Just 45 minutes from downtown Mobile, Dauphin Island is Alabama's most emblematic barrier island, and one of the Gulf Coast's most beloved beach escapes. Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026 But while there are occasionally funny moments, these movies are emblematic of the dumbing down of America. Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for emblematic

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from New Latin emblēmaticus, from emblēmat-, emblēma emblem entry 1 + -icus -ic entry 1

First Known Use

1645, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of emblematic was in 1645

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“Emblematic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/emblematic. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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emblematic

adjective
em·​blem·​at·​ic ˌem-blə-ˈmat-ik How to pronounce emblematic (audio)
variants also emblematical
: of, relating to, or serving as an emblem : symbolic

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