avatar

/ˈæv.ə.tɑː/ /ˈæv.ə.tɑɹ/

noun

Avatar, incarnation

The incarnation of a deity, particularly Vishnu.

Examples :

"Hindus believe that Krishna was an avatar of the god Vishnu, born to restore balance in the world. "

Les hindous croient que Krishna était un avatar du dieu Vishnou, né pour rétablir l'équilibre dans le monde.

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noun

Incarnation, personnification

The physical embodiment of an idea or concept; a personification.

Examples :

"My grandmother, always smiling and helping others, is the avatar of kindness in our family. "

Ma grand-mère, toujours souriante et aidant les autres, est l'incarnation de la gentillesse dans notre famille.

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noun

Avatar, représentation numérique

A digital representation of a person or being; often, it can take on any of various forms, as a participant chooses. e.g. 3D, animated, photo, sketch of a person or a person's alter ego, sometimes used in a virtual world or virtual chat room.

Examples :

"In the online game, I chose a powerful warrior as my avatar. "

Dans le jeu en ligne, j'ai choisi un puissant guerrier comme avatar.

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