pedestal

• Nom désignant une base ou un support pour une colonne, une statue ou une structure similaire, et au sens figuré, une position de grande considération ou de supériorité.

A noun referring to a base or support for a column, statue, or similar structure, or figuratively to a position of high regard or superiority.

1. Support or foundationB1formal

   A base or foundation that supports something, such as a statue or column.

   Piédestal

   • The statue was placed on a marble pedestal in the park.
   • The column rests on a sturdy stone pedestal.
   • The pedestal was carved with intricate designs.

   Synonymesbasefootfoundationmountingplinthpodiumstandsubstructuresupport

2. Position of great esteemB2formal

   A position of high regard, admiration, or supposed superiority.

   Position de grande estime

   • She was put on a pedestal by her fans.
   • He placed his mentor on a pedestal, never seeing his flaws.
   • It's unhealthy to put anyone on a pedestal.

   Synonymesapexeminenceheightpeakpinnaclepreeminencesummitthrone

3. Architectural supportB1formal

   An architectural base or support, especially for a column or statue.

   Support architectural

   • The architect designed a pedestal for the grand entrance.
   • The ancient temple's pedestal was made of limestone.
   • The pedestal of the column was decorated with reliefs.

   Synonymesbasefootfoundationplinthsoclestandsupport