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    Simbólico (en. Symbolic)

    /simˈβoliko/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Characteristic of a symbol.
    Modern art is often more symbolic than literal.
    El arte moderno a menudo es más simbólico que literal.
    Not literal and has a deeper meaning.
    His gesture was symbolic of his desire for reconciliation.
    Su gesto fue simbólico de su deseo de reconciliación.
    Representative of a concept or idea.
    The dove is a symbolic symbol of peace.
    La paloma es un símbolo simbólico de paz.

    Etymology

    It derives from the Greek 'symbolos', which means 'symbol'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    symbolic action
    An action that has a deeper meaning or is representative of a concept.
    acción simbólica
    symbolic gesture
    A gesture that represents a particular idea or feeling.
    gesto simbólico
    symbolic language
    A language that uses symbols to express ideas.
    lenguaje simbólico

    Related Words

    symbol
    A sign that represents or suggests something more than what is present.
    símbolo
    meaning
    The idea or concept that is communicated through a symbol.
    significado
    metaphor
    A rhetorical figure that implies an implicit comparison between two things.
    metáfora

    Slang Meanings

    Expression used to refer to something that is not as evident as it seems.
    That is just a symbolic gesture; it doesn't mean that he really cares.
    Eso es solo un gesto simbólico, no significa que realmente se preocupe.
    Used to describe something that has more significance than it is given.
    The gift was symbolic, but its meaning is much deeper.
    El regalo fue simbólico, pero su significado es mucho más profundo.