symbolically — in a way that represents or stands for something else
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a way that represents or stands for something else
Pronunciation (IPA): /sɪmˈbɑːlɪkli/
Example Sentences
- He symbolically threw his old textbooks in the trash after graduation.
- The wedding ring symbolically represents eternal love and commitment.
- My mom symbolically burned my report card, though she was actually just making dinner.
symbolically
ADVERB[/sɪmˈbɑːlɪkli/]
in a way that represents or stands for something else
in a way that represents or stands for something else
The broken clock stands symbolically, ironically outlasting those checking chronically!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Greek 'symbolon' (literally 'thrown together'), referring to objects split into two parts used as identity tokens in ancient Greece. The term passed through Latin into English, evolving from its concrete meaning of a divided object to signify any representation or mark standing for something else.
Breakdown
sym- (together) + -bol- (from Greek ballein, to throw) + -ic (adjective suffix) + -ally (adverb suffix), creating the adverbial form meaning 'in a manner relating to or using symbols.'
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“He symbolically threw his old textbooks in the trash after graduation.”
“The wedding ring symbolically represents eternal love and commitment.”
“My mom symbolically burned my report card, though she was actually just making dinner.”
“The artist symbolically painted her emotions using only blue and gray colors.”
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