Allegorical

/ˌæl.ɪˈɡɔːr.ɪ.kəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to or having the characteristics of allegory; conveying a meaning or moral through symbolic figures, events, or representation.

The novel is an allegorical tale that explores the themes of freedom and oppression.

Representing abstract ideas or principles through characters, figures, or events in a narrative.

In the allegorical poem, the journey represents the struggle of life and the pursuit of knowledge.

Using symbolic figures and actions to convey deeper meanings.

His paintings are often allegorical, filled with imagery that critiques societal norms.

Expressing complex moral, political, or social concepts through metaphorical representation.

The filmmaker's latest work is an allegorical commentary on the conflict between nature and technology.

Conveying a hidden meaning or message beneath the surface narrative.

This allegorical fable offers insight into human nature through its animal characters.

From the Greek ‘allegoria’, meaning ‘veiled language’.

allegorical tale

A story with a hidden meaning or moral.

allegorical representation

A depiction that symbolizes deeper concepts.

allegorical framework

A structure in literature that uses allegory extensively.

allegory

A story or poem that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning.

metaphor

A figure of speech that directly refers to one thing by mentioning another.

A way to describe something that is not straightforward.

His explanation was a bit allegorical, leaving us puzzled.

Used to refer to exaggerated interpretations.

Some critics saw her film as too allegorical, missing the point.