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symbolize

UK
/ˈsɪmbəlaɪz/
US
/ˈsɪmbəˌlaɪz/

Translations

symbolizeverb
symbolized
Past Simple
symbolized
Past Participle
symbolizing
Gerund
UK
/ˈsɪmbəlaɪz/
US
/ˈsɪmbəˌlaɪz/
The dove symbolizes peace in many cultures.
La colombe symbolise la paix dans de nombreuses cultures.
Additional translations
représenterS'emploie quand quelque chose est censé figurer ou évoquer une idée, une valeur ou un concept.
Synonyms
represent
stand for
signify
embody
illustrate
denote
express
manifest

Definitions

symbolizeverb
To represent or stand for something else, especially an abstract concept, through a symbol.
The dove symbolizes peace in many cultures.
To serve as a symbol or emblem of something.
The statue symbolizes the city's resilience and strength.
To employ symbols or symbolism in order to convey ideas indirectly.
Modernist poets frequently symbolize instead of stating ideas outright.
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