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symbolic


Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to or consisting of symbols or symbolic acts.


Pronunciation




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Variants
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symbolic , symbolical , symbolically , symbolic logic , symbolic logics , symbolic gesture
Etymology
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From the Greek symbolikos, from symballein 'to throw together'; from sym 'together' + ballo 'to throw'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'symbolic' is often used in computer science to refer to a system that uses symbols to represent data or instructions.

  2. In ancient Greece, symbols were used extensively in art, architecture, and literature to convey meaning and tell stories.


Related Concepts
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  1. Symbol: An object, idea, or word that represents something else, especially a concept or abstract idea.

  2. Allegory: A literary or artistic work in which characters, objects, or events represent abstract ideas or moral values.


Culture
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In literature and art, the term 'symbolic' is used to describe objects, actions, or ideas that represent or stand for other things. For instance, in literature, a red rose can be a symbol of love or passion.

How to Memorize "symbolic"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a group of symbols or icons coming together to represent an idea or concept.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'symbolic' with the idea of something standing for something else.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym 'S-T-A-N-D-S' to remember the meaning of 'symbolic': Stands for Something Else.


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