metaphorically

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Adverbial metaphorically has 1 sense

metaphorically - in a metaphorical manner; "she expressed herself metaphorically"
Derived from adjective metaphorical₁

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Metaphorically

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1:

Definition: In a metaphorical or symbolic manner; figuratively.

Example sentence: She described her emotions metaphorically, saying her heart was a shattered vase.

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Sense 2:

Definition: Using or relating to metaphors.

Example sentence: The poet's metaphorically rich language painted vivid images in the reader's mind.

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