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Allegorical

Definition

(literary/formal) Using symbols, characters, or events to convey a hidden or abstract meaning, especially one that is moral, spiritual, or philosophical. Often used in literature, art, and mythology to convey complex ideas or themes in a subtle and suggestive way.

Example Sentences

1Edmund Spenser's 'The Faerie Queene' is an allegorical epic poem that explores the nature of virtue and morality.
2The artist's use of allegorical imagery in the painting added layers of depth and meaning to the work.
3In George Orwell's 'Animal Farm', the pigs and other farm animals serve as allegorical figures for the corrupting influence of power.
4The story of the phoenix rising from the ashes is an allegorical representation of the cyclical nature of life and death.
5By using allegorical language, the poet was able to express complex emotions and ideas in a way that was both subtle and powerful.

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