Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

icon

[ahy-kon] / ˈaɪ kɒn /
NOUN
symbol or representation
Synonyms


NOUN
a holy image
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK
NOUN
admired person
Synonyms




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

This just speaks to the enduring power of Shrek as a pop culture icon.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Cracker Barrel in late August said it would return to its previous logo featuring its “Old Timer” icon and barrel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Some in the crowd carried banners with supportive slogans while others wore specially made hats bearing pictures of the referee, who has quickly become an icon in his homeland.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Her discretion and immaculate appearance also made Bernadette Chirac into something of an icon herself.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

I highlighted that icon and tapped the Fire button.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline




Vocabulary lists containing icon


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "icon" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com