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    Symbolique (en. Symbolic)

    /sɛ̃.bɔ.lik/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Related to a symbol.
    The dove is a symbol of peace.
    La colombe est un symbole de paix.
    Which has a meaning that exceeds the literal sense.
    The colors of the flag are symbolic.
    Les couleurs du drapeau sont symboliques.
    Evocative of ideas or abstract feelings.
    This gesture is symbolic of their friendship.
    Ce geste est symbolique de leur amitié.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'symbolon', meaning 'sign' or 'mark'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be symbolic of something
    to represent or evoke something deeper.
    être symbolique de quelque chose
    a symbolic act
    a gesture that has an important significance beyond its simple action.
    un acte symbolique
    to have symbolic value
    to have an importance that goes beyond appearance.
    avoir une valeur symbolique

    Related Words

    symbol
    An element that represents or evokes something else.
    symbole
    meaning
    The meaning attributed to something.
    signification
    representation
    The action of representing or showing something.
    représentation

    Slang Meanings

    Something loaded with meaning.
    His departure was highly symbolic of the end of an era.
    Son départ était hyper symbolique de la fin d'une époque.
    A gesture or act that is not just what it seems.
    This gift is symbolic, but it means a lot.
    Ce cadeau, c'est symbolique, mais ça compte beaucoup.