symbolic
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Britannica Dictionary definition of SYMBOLIC
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[more symbolic; most symbolic]
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expressing or representing an idea or quality without using words
— often + of
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The lighting of the candles is symbolic.
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a purely symbolic act/gesture [=an act/gesture that is intended as a symbol of something but that does not have any real effect]
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Wedding rings are symbolic of eternal love.
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The dove is symbolic of peace.
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[more symbolic; most symbolic]
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relating to or being used as a symbol
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The number 7 has symbolic significance/importance [=has significance/importance as a symbol] in their religion.
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The sharing of the wine has symbolic meaning.
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using symbols
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Symbolically, the color green represents envy.
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The storm is symbolically important in the story.
