Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
symbolist
noun
/ˈsɪmbəˌlɪst/
Definition
A person who uses or advocates the use of symbols in art or literature.
Examples
- The symbolist poet carefully crafted each line to evoke deeper meanings.
- In the art world, the symbolist movement was a response to realism, focusing on imagination and emotion.
- As a symbolist, she believed that a single image could convey complex feelings.
Meaning
Symbolist refers to someone who emphasizes the use of symbols to represent ideas and emotions, often found in literature and visual arts, especially in movements where abstract representations are preferred over direct expression.
Synonyms
- Metaphorist
- Allegorist
- Imagist
