Symbolism

//ˈsɪmbəˌlɪzəm//

Word Type

Noun

The word "symbolism" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

phonetic symbolism sound symbolism

Derived From

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

art movement artistic movement pattern practice symbol

Type Of (IsA)

artistic movement practice symbol

Related Terms

symbolic symbolist symbolize

Related Terms

concept ism meaning sign symbol symbolic symbolist

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