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- [sim-bol-ik]
- /sɪmˈbɒl ɪk/
- /sɪmˈbɒlɪklɪ/
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- [sim-bol-ik]
- /sɪmˈbɒl ɪk/
Definitions of symbolically word
- adjective symbolically serving as a symbol of something (often followed by of). 1
- adjective symbolically of, relating to, or expressed by a symbol. 1
- adjective symbolically characterized by or involving the use of symbols: a highly symbolic poem. 1
- adjective symbolically (in semantics, especially formerly) pertaining to a class of words that express only relations. Compare notional (def 7). 1
- adjective symbolically Computers. expressed in characters, usually nonnumeric, that require translation before they can be used (opposed to absolute). 1
- adverb symbolically in a way that represents sth else 1
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Origin of symbolically
First appearance:
before 1650 One of the 45% oldest English words
1650-60; < Late Latin symbolicus < Greek symbolikós. See symbol, -ic
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Parts of speech for Symbolically
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symbolically popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 55% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
symbolically usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for symbolically
adverb symbolically
- allegorically — consisting of or pertaining to allegory; of the nature of or containing allgegory; figurative: an allegorical poem; an allegorical meaning.
- emblematically — In an emblematic manner.
- figuratively — of the nature of or involving a figure of speech, especially a metaphor; metaphorical and not literal: The word “head” has several figurative senses, as in “She's the head of the company.”. Synonyms: metaphorical, not literal, symbolic.
- metaphorically — a figure of speech in which a term or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable in order to suggest a resemblance, as in “A mighty fortress is our God.”. Compare mixed metaphor, simile (def 1).
- nonliterally — In a manner that is not literal.
Antonyms for symbolically
adverb symbolically
- actually — You use actually to indicate that a situation exists or happened, or to emphasize that it is true.
Top questions with symbolically
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