Synonyms for

Icon

Verb / ˈaɪkɑ:n / Another word for icon — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a symbol or representation that is widely recognized for its significance or importance

Synonyms & similar words

picture image ikon symbol emblem representation figure image picture sign logo mark token badge crest seal stamp monument statue effigy idol hero celebrity

Synonyms by register

Formal

symbol representation emblem effigy

Informal

logo figure star idol

Literary

image likeness visage

Antonyms

unknown unremarkable ordinary commonplace anonymous obscure

Common collocations

  • cultural icon
  • pop icon
  • icon of
  • icon status
  • iconic image
  • icon design
  • icon set
  • religious icon

Word family

noun icon
adjective iconic

Usage note

While 'icon' can refer to a religious image, it is most commonly used today to describe a person or thing that is widely admired and seen as a symbol of something. Be mindful of the context to avoid confusion.

Example sentences

  1. The golden arches of McDonald's are an icon of fast food.
  2. The Statue of Liberty is an icon of freedom.
  3. The heart symbol is an icon of love.
  4. The red octagon is an icon for stop signs.
  5. The Nike swoosh is an icon for athletic wear.

Quotes

  • "An icon is a person who does something because it's right, not because it's what others do." - Elaine S. Dalton
  • "I've always said that fashion is like a language. You don't have to speak it, but you have to understand it and appreciate it." - Diane von Furstenberg
  • "We're all human and we all have our issues and our problems." - Demi Lovato

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