iconic

Meanings

• adjective

  Representing or symbolizing a thing, idea, or style in a distinctive and memorable way.

  - "The Eiffel Tower is an iconic symbol of Paris."
  - "The Beatles are an iconic band in music history."
  - "The Mona Lisa is an iconic work of art."

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Antonyms

batonic , aniconic

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with iconic
anemic , canic , demonic , emic , hectic , homicide , hypnotic , jestic , lemonic , metic , monic , onic , pestic , picnic , rhetic , septic , static , technic , telegic , thermic , tonic , tronic , unic , vatic

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Variants

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iconic , iconically , iconicities , iconicity

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Etymology

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From Greek eikon 'image' + -ikos 'likeness'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'iconic' was first used in English in the late 16th century.

2. The term 'iconic' comes from the Greek word eikon, which means 'image'.

3. The Statue of Liberty is considered an iconic symbol of freedom and democracy.

4. The Mona Lisa is considered one of the most iconic works of art in history.

5. The Coca-Cola logo is considered an iconic brand symbol.

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Related Concepts

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1. symbol: An object, idea, or concept represented in a form that conveys a meaning other than its literal one.

2. archetype: A typical example or representative of a certain character, idea, or quality.

3. legend: A story or tradition that has become popular and widely known, especially one that has been passed down through the years.

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Culture

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The term 'iconic' is often used in various fields such as art, literature, music, and popular culture to describe things that have become widely recognized and symbolic of a particular idea or concept. For example, the Statue of Liberty is an iconic symbol of freedom and democracy, while Marilyn Monroe's image is an iconic representation of femininity and sex appeal.

How to Memorize "iconic"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize an image or object that represents the meaning of 'iconic' in your mind.
   - Think of an image that comes to mind when you hear the word 'iconic'.
   - Imagine a symbol that represents the idea of something being widely recognized and memorable.

2. associate
   

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   - Think of things that are widely recognized and symbolic of a particular idea or concept.
   - Associate the word 'iconic' with famous landmarks, works of art, or historical figures.

3. mnemonics
   

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   - Use a phrase like 'Iconic represents ideas that are widely recognized and memorable'.
   - Create a visual image to help remember the meaning of 'iconic'.

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