Synonyms of symbolism

Noun

1. symbolism, symbol

usage: a system of symbols and symbolic representations

2. symbolism, symbolization, symbolisation, practice, pattern

usage: the practice of investing things with symbolic meaning

3. symbolism, artistic movement, art movement

usage: an artistic movement in the late 19th century that tried to express abstract or mystical ideas through the symbolic use of images

Definition and meaning of symbolism (Dictionary)