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metaphorical Definition and Meaning in English (metaphorical definition)

adjective
Synonyms:figurativesymbolicallegorical
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Metaphorical definition: Relating to or constituting a metaphor; figurative rather than literal.

Definitions of Metaphorical

  1. 1adjective

    Relating to or constituting a metaphor; figurative rather than literal.

Example Sentences

casual

“The poet used metaphorical language to describe the sunset.”

casual

“His statement was purely metaphorical, not meant to be taken literally.”

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nounmetaphor
adverbmetaphorically

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Metaphorical definition: Relating to or constituting a metaphor; figurative rather than literal.
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'Metaphorical' translates to 'metaphorical' in English. Metaphorical definition: Relating to or constituting a metaphor; figurative rather than literal.
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