metaphorically Definition
in a way that uses or relates to metaphor; figuratively.
Using metaphorically: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "metaphorically" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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When he said he was 'drowning in paperwork,' he was speaking metaphorically.
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She described her heart as a 'broken vase,' using the word 'vase' metaphorically.
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The phrase 'a sea of troubles' is used metaphorically in Hamlet.
metaphorically Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for metaphorically
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Summary: metaphorically in Brief
The adverb 'metaphorically' [ˌmɛtəˈfɔrɪkli] refers to something that is not meant to be taken literally, but rather as a figure of speech or comparison. It is often used to describe something in a symbolic or allegorical way, such as 'She described her heart as a broken vase, using the word vase metaphorically.'
