Definition of Symbolism

the use of symbols to represent ideas

Examples of Symbolism in a sentence

Black objects are used as symbolism in many movies to represent evil or death.  🔊

The cavemen used symbolism through pictures to record events instead of written words.  🔊

Using objects to represent different ideas, the poet fills his work with symbolism.  🔊

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