Simple meaning
What does Symbolism mean?
Symbolism means using symbols to show deeper ideas.
Dictionary definition
Symbolism means the use of symbols to represent ideas or meanings.
Example sentences
Symbolism in a sentence
easy
In reading class, we learned what symbolism means.
medium
The teacher used symbolism while discussing a story passage and its meaning.
hard
Using symbolism correctly helped us explain our ideas in writing without turning it into a full essay lesson.
Synonyms
Words like Symbolism
symbol useRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
representationRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
figurative meaningRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
literal meaningHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
plain statementHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Symbolism word family
Base word
symbolism
noun
symbolism
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does symbolism mean?
Symbolism means symbolism means using symbols to show deeper ideas.
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