symbolize — to represent or express something by means of symbols
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to represent or express something by means of symbols
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɪmbəˌlaɪz/
Example Sentences
- My mom's burnt toast always symbolizes Monday morning chaos.
- The Olympic rings symbolize the unity of five continents.
- Red roses traditionally symbolize passionate love.
symbolize
VERB[/ˈsɪmbəˌlaɪz/]
to represent or express something by means of symbols
💡 Concept
to represent or express something by means of symbols
🎵 Rhyme
These symbols comprise our dreams, helping us realize what peace truly means!
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/ˈsɪmbəˌlaɪz/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈsɪmbəlaɪz/
🌳Etymology
Rootsymbol
Suffix--ize
🎵Rhyme
realizesurprisecomprise
realize
surprise
comprise
🔗Collocations
symbolize peace
symbolize hope
symbolize freedom
symbolize unity
symbolize prosperity
clearly symbolize
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“My mom's burnt toast always symbolizes Monday morning chaos.”
“The Olympic rings symbolize the unity of five continents.”
“Red roses traditionally symbolize passionate love.”
😄 Fun example
“My empty wallet symbolizes my shopping addiction perfectly.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
representstand forembodysignifydenote
Antonyms
concealhide
Related
symbolsymbolicsymbolismsignemblem
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