iconic
/aɪˈkɒnɪk/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Relating to, or having the characteristics of, an icon.
Adjective
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Distinctive, characteristic, indicative of identity.
Adjective
Examples
an iconic move in martial arts
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “iconic” mean?
Relating to, or having the characteristics of, an icon.
Is “iconic” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.