Synonyms for symbolism
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
Representation of a concept through symbols or underlying meanings of objects or qualities.
Related words
- Word family
- symbolic symbolist symbolize
- Phrases
- sound symbolism phonetic symbolism
Forms
- Plural
- symbolisms → symbolizations, prefigurements…
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| symbolism | steady | |
| symbolization | steady | |
| prefigurement | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 13 letters
- symbolization, symbolisation, prefigurement