symbolry

/ˈsɪmbɹɪ/ or /ˈsɪmˌbɪri/

Definitions

1. noun

The quality or state of being symbolic; the use of symbols to convey meaning or represent something abstract.

“The artist’s use of color and imagery was a perfect example of symbolry in her paintings.”

Synonyms

  • emblematic
  • symbolism

Antonyms

  • literalism