objectifications

1.1. Making an abstract concept concrete

The process of giving a tangible, concrete, or recognizable form to an abstract idea, quality, or concept.

Synonyms

• actualizations
• concretizations
• embodiments
• externalizations
• incarnations
• incorporations
• instantiations
• manifestations
• realizations
• substantiations

Examples

• She confronted the pervasive issue of workplace objectifications during the seminar.
• The artist's latest collection explores the diverse forms of societal objectifications.
• The documentary exposed the media's role in perpetuating harmful objectifications.
• His research focuses on the historical evolution of gender-based objectifications.

Related Words

• abstractions
• archetypes
• avatars
• essences
• exemplifications
• personifications
• representations
• symbolizations