Metaphorical

Word METAPHORICAL
Character 12
Hyphenation N/A
Pronunciations /ˌmɛtəˈfɒɹɪkəl/

Definitions and meanings of "Metaphorical"

What do we mean by metaphorical?

Pertaining to or characterized by a metaphor; figurative; symbolic.

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The word "metaphorical" in example sentences

Most of these pictures are what I call metaphorical in the sense that they are not real life. ❋ Martin Chilton (2012)

Couching the bailout in metaphorical terms, Miller said there was a "strong possibility of significant profit to taxpayers for taking this journey with us." ❋ The Huffington Post News Team (2010)

Read Roger: An object lesson in metaphorical consonance ❋ Roger Sutton (2009)

"It's not until a violent climax at the Casino that the two halves of the plot come together, and then the connection is more convincing in metaphorical than literal terms." ❋ Unknown (2010)

In alchemy, the distinction between the literal and the metaphorical is fundamental. ❋ Unknown (2008)

Apocalypses usually describe historical events in metaphorical terms and also make predictions for the future. ❋ Unknown (2007)

While science describes our world through facts and figures, art and literature describes our world in metaphorical ways, by allowing us to see with our hearts what our minds sometimes have trouble fathoming. ❋ Editormum (2007)

When McCain announced his suspension, he called a metaphorical time-out on third and debate. ❋ Unknown (2008)

25 I had heard that quote previously but had thought it referred to metaphorical connections. ❋ Annie Leonard (2010)

What’s worse is that it is explained in metaphorical terms. ❋ Unknown (2008)

In fact, as I work within metaphorical “spittin’ distance” to the monument, I have seen intelligence and gentleness at work (and it DOES WORK) to change the ignorant actions of a number of people. ❋ Unknown (2006)

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