Meaning & use

iconic

adjective·Academic

Widely recognized as a symbol or representative example of something, especially due to lasting fame or influence.

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The bridge has become an iconic symbol of the city's skyline.

Her iconic performance in that film is still studied by acting students today.

A note on using this word

Iconic is often overused in casual speech; reserve it for things that truly stand as widely recognized symbols, not simply popular or good.

Words with a similar meaning

legendaryemblematicfamous

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