pedestal

• Substantivo que designa a base ou apoio de uma coluna, estátua ou construção semelhante; em sentido figurado, indica uma posição de grande respeito, destaque ou superioridade.

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.

   Pedestal

   • 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.

   Sinônimosbasefootfoundationmountingplinthpodiumstandsubstructuresupport

2. Position of great esteemB2formal

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

   Pedestal

   • 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.

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3. Architectural supportB1formal

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

   Pedestal

   • 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.

   Sinônimosbasefootfoundationplinthsoclestandsupport