Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or using allegory

“The professor’s allegoristic interpretation of the novel was a subject of interest in the academic community.”

2. adjective

of or relating to allegory

“The artist’s allegoristic paintings were highly regarded for their thought-provoking nature.”

3. noun

a quality of being allegorical

“The story had an element of allegoristic symbolism that required close reading and interpretation.”