avatar

• Sustantivo que designa una nueva encarnación o representación de un concepto conocido, o la manifestación de una deidad hindú, especialmente Visnú, en forma humana, sobrehumana o animal.

A noun referring to a new embodiment or representation of a familiar concept, or the manifestation of a Hindu deity, especially Vishnu, in human, superhuman, or animal form.

1. A2informal

   A digital representation of a user in a virtual environment, such as a video game or online platform.

   Representación digital de un usuario

   • She created a custom avatar for her gaming profile.
   • His avatar wore a blue hat and carried a sword.
   • Many people use avatars to protect their privacy online.

   Sinónimosalter egocharactericonpersona

2. Embodiment of an ideaB2formal

   A new personification or embodiment of a familiar concept, idea, or quality.

   Encarnación de una idea

   • The new museum is an avatar of modern architectural design.
   • She is considered an avatar of social justice in her community.
   • The film is an avatar of the director's unique vision.

   Sinónimosembodimentepitomeincarnationmanifestationpersonificationquintessencerepresentationsymbol

3. Hindu deity manifestationB2formal

   The manifestation of a Hindu deity, especially Vishnu, in human, superhuman, or animal form.

   Avatar (manifestación divina hindú)

   • In Hindu mythology, Vishnu's avatar as Rama is celebrated in the Ramayana.
   • Krishna is one of the most popular avatars of Vishnu.
   • The concept of avatar is central to understanding Hindu theology.

   Sinónimosembodimentincarnationmanifestation