World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionaries隐喻的
Pronunciation / Transliteration: yǐn yù de
"这句话具有强烈的隐喻意味。"
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Characteristic of or relating to a metaphor; containing or using figures of speech where a term is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable.
"Her description of the company's downfall was largely metaphorical, comparing the executives to captains abandoning a sinking ship." - 2
Not literal; figurative rather than exact or physical in meaning.
"He felt a metaphorical weight lifted from his shoulders once the difficult project was finally completed."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the Late Latin 'metaphoricus', stemming from the Ancient Greek 'metaphorikos', meaning 'of or pertaining to a metaphor'. It traces back to 'metapherein', composed of 'meta-' (over, across) and 'pherein' (to bear, carry), reflecting the transference of meaning from one object or idea to another.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Metaphorical"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Metaphorical" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
métaphorique
Transliteration: me.ta.fɔ.ʁik
"Cette expression est purement métaphorique."
metaphorisch
Transliteration: me.taˈfoː.ʁɪʃ
"Das ist nur im metaphorischen Sinne gemeint."
metaforico
Transliteration: me.taˈfɔ.ri.ko
"Il suo discorso era pieno di significato metaforico."
metafórico
Transliteration: me.taˈfo.ɾi.ko
"El autor usó un lenguaje muy metafórico."
metafórico
Transliteration: me.taˈfɔ.ɾi.ku
"Ele fez uma referência metafórica ao evento."
रूपक
Transliteration: ruupak
"यह एक रूपक अभिव्यक्ति है।"
隐喻的
Transliteration: yǐn yù de
"这句话具有强烈的隐喻意味。"
은유적인
Transliteration: eun.yu.jeok.in
"그 시인은 은유적인 표현을 자주 사용한다."
隠喩的
Transliteration: in'yu teki
"それは比喩的および隠喩的な表現です。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Chinese termsA secondary residence owned or rented by a family or individual, used primarily for recreational purposes, holidays, or seasonal getaways.
Not producing or containing venom; incapable of injecting poison through a bite, sting, or other mechanism.
Placing the customer's needs, experiences, and preferences at the center of a business's philosophy, operations, and decision-making.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Metaphorical"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.