One-word substitution (embodiment): Identify the best verb that means to be the embodiment or perfect example of a quality, idea, or type. Context: The word should convey representing an abstract quality in concrete, recognizable form. Instruction: Choose the most accurate single-word substitute.

Given data

• Definition: be the embodiment or perfect example of.
• Options: Personify, Characterise, Idol, Signify.

Concept / Approach
Personify = embody or represent (a quality, concept) as a person or in a person. ‘‘Characterise’’ means describe the distinctive qualities; ‘‘idol’’ is a noun; ‘‘signify’’ means to mean/indicate, not necessarily embody.

Elimination
Personify — to embody; correct. ✅Characterise — to describe/mark as a feature; not embodiment. ❌Idol — noun meaning adored person/object; wrong part of speech. ❌Signify — to indicate/mean; not necessarily to embody. ❌

Example
‘‘She personifies resilience in the face of adversity.’’

Final Answer
Personify