Avatar
Definition
In Indian philosophy and mythology, the earthly reincarnation or incarnation of a deity (especially Vishnu); by extension, a metamorphosis, unpredictable transformation, or vicissitude experienced by a person or group over time. In modern digital media, the term denotes the graphical representation, icon, or virtual character chosen by a user to represent their identity in games, social networks, and online communities.
Bilingual Equivalents
- Avatar
- Digital persona
Grammatical & Source Details
| Inflection Type | Neuter noun, with standard plural forms shifting according to contemporary technological usage. |
| Formation | Etymologically derived from Sanskrit 'avatāra' via French adaptation, stabilized in both abstract and technological contexts. |
| Spelling / Pronunciation | [a.va.ˈtar] |
| Source | Global Lexicon of Digital Culture and Comparative Mythology |
Contextual Usage Examples
RO: Conform tradiției hinduse, Krishna este considerat al optulea avatar al zeului suprem Vișnu.
EN: According to Hindu tradition, Krishna is considered the eighth avatar of the supreme god Vishnu.
RO: Utilizatorul și-a personalizat un avatar tridimensional pentru a explora noul spațiu din realitatea virtuală.
EN: The user customized a three-dimensional avatar to explore the new virtual reality space.
RO: Romanul descrie cu realism toate avatarele prin care a trecut această familie aristocrată în timpul războiului.
EN: The novel realistically describes all the vicissitudes that this aristocratic family went through during the war.
Idioms & Phrases
Avatar digital / Digital avatar
RO: Imagine sau model 3D care înlocuiește prezența fizică a unei persoane într-un sistem informatic sau pe internet.
EN: An image or 3D model that replaces a person's physical presence within a computer system or on the internet.
Avatarele destinului / The vicissitudes of destiny / life's changes
RO: Metaforă literară ce desemnă răsturnările de situație, transformările și încercările grele ale vieții.
EN: A literary metaphor denoting the twists of fate, transformations, and difficult trials of life.
Avatar personalizat / Custom avatar
RO: Personaj virtual configurat în detaliu de utilizator pentru a-i reflecta stilul, trăsăturile sau preferințele estetice.
EN: A virtual character configured in detail by the user to reflect their style, features, or aesthetic preferences.
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