symbolise
Embody a meaning
Symbolise is the British spelling of symbolize.
To symbolise is to represent something abstract through a concrete image or object: The dove symbolises peace.
A wedding ring symbolises commitment.
Nations choose flags and anthems to symbolise their identity.
The word also means to use symbols: The poet symbolises grief through winter imagery.
To convey meaning
- denoteRepresent in meaning
- embodyExpress through physical form
- representStand in for
- expressState or fast train
manifest · convey · indicate · depict · portray · epitomize · typify · personify
Implied identity comparison
- allegorySymbolic tale with deeper meaning
- archetypeOriginal model for copies
- motifRecurring thematic element
- allegorySymbolic tale with deeper meaning
personification · abstraction · allusion · metonymy · synecdoche · trope · icon · avatar
Highest point or tuft
- badgeWorn symbol of membership
- insigniaDistinguishing mark of rank
- sealAuthentication stamp or mark
- bannerDisplayed strip with message
standard · shield · heraldry · regalia · ensign · pennant · sigil · escutcheon
signify
To convey meaning
express · manifest · convey · indicate · depict · portray · epitomize · typify · personify · exemplify
metaphor
Implied identity comparison
- allegorySymbolic tale with deeper meaning
- archetypeOriginal model for copies
- motifRecurring thematic element
personification · abstraction · allusion · metonymy · synecdoche · trope · icon · avatar · incarnate · quintessence
crest
Highest point or tuft
banner · standard · shield · heraldry · regalia · ensign · pennant · sigil · escutcheon · blazon
totem
Spiritual clan symbol
amulet · fetish · effigy · idol · relic · offering · mandala · omen · reverence · blessing
gesture
Communicative body movement
code · flare · sign · wave · salute · nod · handshake · visual · communicate · indicate
symbolisecopy
Identical reproduction made
photograph · replicate · document · record · reproduce
symboliseembody
Express through physical form
instantiate · actualise · realise · materialise · concretise
- symbolic giftsPresents conveying deeper meaning
- symbolic gestureAction representing abstract meaning
- religious symbolismMeaningful imagery in faith
- symbolic actDeed with representative meaning
- symbolic figureRepresentation of abstract concept
- symbolic meaningRepresentational significance beyond literal
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