Allusive and Symbolic

Allusive

Allusive adjective - Characterized by indirect references.
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Symbolic and allusive are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Symbolic" instead an adjective "Allusive".

Nearby Words: allusion, alluding, allusively

Symbolic

Symbolic adjective - Having the function or meaning of an object or figure that stands for something else.
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Allusive and symbolic are semantically related. You can use "Allusive" instead an adjective "Symbolic". figurative substitute

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