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symbolist

/ˈsɪmbəlɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does symbolist mean?

noun

A person who believes that the world can be understood only through symbols and not through reason or direct observation. A person who uses symbols to express their thoughts or feelings.

Example

"The artist was a symbolist, using vivid imagery to convey the emotions of her paintings."

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