Sometimes a symbol can be so familiar that even out of context—different surroundings, different colors and very different materials—it remains immediately recognizable.

The artist captivates her audience with compelling, highly imaginative images that are distinct, unique, inventive and immediately recognizable.

It might not even be immediately recognizable to veteran fans.

The four large species are immediately recognizable by their more streamlined appearance given by the longer narrower body shape.

Over time, the show's theme music has become immediately recognizable, even by many people who have never seen the program.