CEFR C2

allegorize

verb

Meaning

Interpret or represent something as an allegory, or write a story where characters and events symbolize abstract ideas.

Examples

Many classic fables allegorize human virtues and vices through the actions of animals.
The poet sought to allegorize the decline of the empire by focusing on the decay of a single ancient garden.

Synonyms: symbolize, represent, typify, embody

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allegorize (C2)

verb

Pronunciation: ˈæl.ə.ɡə.raɪz

Definition

Interpret or represent something as an allegory, or write a story where characters and events symbolize abstract ideas.

Examples

Many classic fables allegorize human virtues and vices through the actions of animals.
The poet sought to allegorize the decline of the empire by focusing on the decay of a single ancient garden.
It is common for religious texts to allegorize historical events to convey deeper spiritual truths.

How to Use allegorize

allegorize something as something (collocation): to interpret one thing as a symbol for another — "He tried to allegorize the storm as the protagonist's inner turmoil."
be allegorized in (collocation): passive construction for how a subject is portrayed — "The struggle for power is allegorized in the play's final act."

Synonyms of allegorize

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