symbolically
UK/sim'bɔlikəli/US/sɪm'bɒlɪklɪ/
A2
Definitions
adv.
In a symbolic way; as a symbol rather than in practical effect.
象征性地；以象征方式
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedsym-together, with
+
-icrelating to, having the nature of
+
-allyin the manner of
=symbolically
symbolic + -ly (adverb) = 'in a symbolic manner.' Doing something symbolically means it counts as a gesture, not as a real, practical action.
Root bol still carries 14 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.symbolically important具有象征意义的
- 2.symbolically significant象征意义重大的
- 3.symbolically represent象征性地代表
- 4.symbolically charged充满象征意味的
Example Sentences
- 1.
The two leaders symbolically planted a tree together.
- 2.
She symbolically tore up the contract in front of the cameras.