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SYMBOLIZE Synonyms

There are 8 synonyms of the word symbolize. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word symbolize. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for SYMBOLIZE

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represent
verbv
verb

• take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to

• express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol

• be representative or typical for

• be a delegate or spokesperson for; represent somebody's interest or be a proxy or substitute for, as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents, or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute

• serve as a means of expressing something

• be typical of

• form or compose

• be the defense counsel for someone in a trial

• create an image or likeness of

• play a role or part

• perform (a play), especially on a stage

• describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality

• point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance

• bring forward and present to the mind

• to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)

typify
verbv
verb

• embody the essential characteristics of or be a typical example of

• express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol

stand for
verbv
verb

• express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol

• denote or connote

• take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to

• tolerate or bear

denote
verbv
verb

• be a sign or indication of

• have as a meaning

• make known; make an announcement

exemplify
verbv
verb

• be typical of

• clarify by giving an example of

indicate
verbv
verb

• be a signal for or a symptom of

• indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively

• to state or express briefly

• give evidence of

• suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine

signify
verbv
verb

• denote or connote

• convey or express a meaning

• make known with a word or signal

symbolise
verbv
verb

• represent or identify by using a symbol; use symbols

• express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol

Best Hypernyms For SYMBOLIZE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for symbolize, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (6)
represent denote indicate intend mean signify
Phrases (1)
stand for

Alternatives for REPRESENT

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