icon

The word “icon” has 2 syllables: i-con

It's pronounced as /ˈaɪkɒn/

What is synonym and antonym for icon?

In the thesaurus, “icon” has 29 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for icon along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for icon

abstract
apotheosis
avatar
celebrity
character
darling
depiction
embodiment
epitome
figure
hero
heroine
ikon
illustration
image
incarnation
likeness
manifestation
name
personality
personification
picture
portrait
quintessence
representation
sign
star
superstar
symbol

Antonyms for icon

has-been
nobody

Meanings of icon

noun
1. An image, symbol, picture, or other representation usually as an object of religious devotion.
2. (especially Eastern Christianity) A type of religious painting portraying a saint or scene from Scripture, often done on wooden panels.
3. (by extension) A person or thing that is the best example of a certain profession or some doing.
4. A small picture that represents something (such as an icon on a computer screen which when clicked performs some function.).
5. A word, character, or sign whose form reflects and is determined by the referent; onomatopoeic words are necessarily all icons.

Example Sentences

She admired the timeless beauty of the vintage movie icon on the poster.
The smartphone screen displayed a tiny battery icon signaling low power.
In the world of fashion, Audrey Hepburn remains an enduring style icon.
The computer desktop featured a prominent recycle bin icon for easy access.
The social media app highlighted the verified icon next to the celebrity's profile.

On this page you'll find 31 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to icon, such as: abstract, apotheosis, avatar, celebrity, character, darling, depiction.

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