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iconically

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /aɪˈkɒnɪkli/

KK: /aɪˈkɒnɪkli/

adverb
Definition

In a manner that is widely recognized and admired, often representing a particular style or idea.


Example

The building is iconically designed, making it a landmark in the city.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see the way she dressed for the party?
Sloth B
Yeah! She looked iconically stylish, like she stepped right out of a magazine.
Sloth A
I know, right? It's amazing how some people can pull off such unique looks.
Sloth B
Totally! It makes me want to experiment with my own style more.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
symbolically
representatively
distinctively
Antonyms
unremarkably
ordinarily
anonymously
Root Explanation

Iconically → It is formed from "icon" (from Greek "eikon", meaning image or likeness) and the suffix "-ically" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "iconically" refers to something that is characteristic of or resembling an icon, often in a symbolic or representative way.

Memory Tip

Think of an 'image' ('icon') that represents something significant, and remember that 'iconically' means in a way that embodies that representation.

Visually Confused Words
biconically
conically
ironically
ciceronically
laconically
chronically
catonically
canonically
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