metaphorical

adjective
/ˌmɛtəˈfɔːrɪkəl/

Meaning

Characteristic of or relating to metaphor; figurative rather than literal.

Example Sentences

He used metaphorical language to describe his emotions.

Synonyms

figurative, symbolic, allegorical, illustrative

Antonyms

literal, direct, explicit

Collocations

metaphorical meaning, metaphorical sense, metaphorical expression

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