사물이나 추상적인 개념을 사람처럼 표현하거나 인격화하다.
To attribute human characteristics or a personal nature to something non-human, such as an object or abstract concept.
예문:
"The poet chose to personify the moon as a lonely woman watching over the sleeping city."
"In the animated film, various emotions are personified as distinct characters living inside a girl's mind."
특정한 성질이나 관념을 완벽하게 보여주거나 그 자체의 화신이 되다.
To be the perfect example or embodiment of a particular quality, trait, or idea.
예문:
"The legendary athlete personifies the spirit of perseverance and sportsmanship."
"To many citizens, the statue came to personify the very concept of liberty."
"She is kindness personified, always putting the needs of others before her own."
속이거나 연기하기 위해 다른 사람의 모습으로 가장하거나 사칭하다.
To pretend to be another person, often for the purpose of deception or for a performance.
예문:
"The con artist managed to personify a wealthy heir for several months without being caught."
"It is a serious crime to personify a government agent to obtain private information."