Artistic Symbolism

noun the elevation of someone to divine status; deification

• The apotheosis of his career came when he was awarded the Nobel Prize.
• Her graduation day felt like the apotheosis of all her hard work.
• Winning the championship was the absolute apotheosis for the team.
• The sunset painted the sky in hues of orange and pink, a true apotheosis of nature's beauty.

noun a divine being; a god or goddess

adjective of, from, or like a god or goddess; divine

• The concept of divinity has been explored in various religious texts.
• She believes in the divinity of nature and finds peace in the outdoors.
• That movie was so good, it was like divinity on screen!
• Her voice had a divinity to it that captivated everyone in the room.

noun a member of the clergy or other person in religious orders

adjective relating to the Christian Church or its clergy

• The ecclesiastic hierarchy plays a crucial role in the governance of the church.
• The ecclesiastic leaders are meeting to discuss upcoming events.
• I heard that ecclesiastic guy gives really long sermons.
• His authority in the company is almost ecclesiastic in nature.

noun Father Time

• Father Time is often depicted as an elderly man with a long beard and a scythe.
• My dad always jokes that he's starting to look like Father Time with all his gray hair.
• I can't believe how fast Father Time is flying by, it feels like just yesterday it was New Year's!
• As we age, we can't help but feel the presence of Father Time ticking away the moments of our lives.

noun a mythological creature that is part human and part goat, known for its love of music and dancing

noun the heavens or the sky, especially when regarded as a tangible thing

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• The stars in the firmament shone brightly on that clear night.
• I love looking up at the firmament and trying to spot constellations.
• Check out the amazing view of the firmament tonight!
• His dreams reached up into the firmament, beyond what others thought possible.

noun a hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire

verb to burn with a flame or flames

• The flame danced gracefully in the candle's flickering light.
• I love roasting marshmallows over an open flame.
• That new song is straight fire, it's lit!
• His passion for music burned like a flame in his heart.

noun a supreme being, creator, and ruler of the universe

pronoun used to refer to the deity

• Many people turn to God in times of hardship for guidance and support.
• I always pray to God before a big exam to help me do well.
• Oh my God, did you see what she was wearing? It was so cute!
• The chef's cooking skills are so amazing, it's like he's been touched by the hand of God.

noun a person or thing that is greatly admired, loved, or revered

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• The young singer looked up to her idol for inspiration and guidance.
• I've been following my favorite idol on social media for years.
• My friends and I are huge fans of that K-pop idol.
• In the world of fashion, she is considered an idol for her innovative designs.

noun the practices and rituals associated with supernatural or mystical powers

• The study of occultism involves exploring hidden knowledge and supernatural phenomena.
• Some people believe in the power of occultism to influence events in their lives.
• I heard she's really into that whole occultism thing, like tarot cards and crystals.
• The darkness of the forest seemed to hold a sense of occultism, as if ancient spirits lingered among the trees.

adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb and typically answers the questions how, when, where, or to what extent

preposition shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

• The eagle soared on high above the mountains.
• The drone was flying on high capturing aerial shots.
• The party was lit with everyone dancing on high energy.
• His spirits were on high after receiving the good news.

noun a wild party or event involving excessive indulgence in sensual pleasures

• The historical documents revealed a scandalous orgy among the nobility.
• I heard there was a wild orgy at the party last night.
• The college students threw an epic orgy in their dorm room.
• The merger of the two companies turned into a chaotic orgy of paperwork and meetings.

noun A person who journeys to a sacred place for religious reasons.

adjective Relating to pilgrims or their journeys.

• The pilgrim embarked on a journey to visit holy sites.
• The pilgrim set off on a trip to explore new places.
• The pilgrim hit the road to check out some cool spots.
• As a writer, I see myself as a pilgrim on a quest for inspiration.

noun a meteorological phenomenon that is caused by reflection, refraction and dispersion of light in water droplets resulting in a spectrum of light appearing in the sky

• After the rain, a beautiful rainbow appeared in the sky.
• Wow, did you see that rainbow after the storm?
• That rainbow was lit!
• The diversity of colors in the team's skills formed a rainbow of talent.

noun the quality or state of being saintly; holiness or goodness

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• Her saintliness was evident in the way she dedicated her life to helping others.
• Everyone was in awe of his saintliness, always willing to lend a hand to those in need.
• I can't believe the saintliness of that guy, always doing good deeds without expecting anything in return.
• The saintliness of her character shone through even in the darkest of times, guiding others towards the light.

noun a Hindu deity, considered the supreme god within Shaivism, one of the major traditions within Hinduism

• Shiva is a prominent deity in Hinduism, known as the destroyer of evil and the transformer.
• I'm planning to attend a Shiva puja at the temple this weekend.
• That movie was so shiva, I couldn't stop laughing!
• The artist's painting was a beautiful representation of Shiva's cosmic dance.

noun the internal framework of bones in the body

verb to remove the flesh or bones from a body

adjective relating to or resembling a skeleton

• The forensic team carefully examined the skeleton found at the crime scene.
• I heard that the old house down the street has a skeleton in the closet.
• That movie was so scary, it made my skeleton shake!
• The skeleton of the plan was solid, but the details needed work.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'storm clouds' is a noun as it refers to a collection of clouds that typically bring inclement weather.

• As the storm clouds gathered in the sky, the meteorologists warned of potential severe weather.
• I knew it was going to rain when I saw those storm clouds rolling in.
• When we saw the storm clouds, we knew we were in for a real doozy of a storm.
• The dark storm clouds of uncertainty loomed over their relationship, signaling trouble ahead.

noun a thing that represents or stands for something else, especially a material object representing something abstract

• The symbol of the company is a lion, representing strength and leadership.
• The symbol on that flag looks really cool, don't you think?
• That tattoo is a symbol of his rebellious nature.
• The dove is often seen as a symbol of peace and harmony.

adjective relating to or representing something in a symbolic way; serving as a symbol

• The use of a white dove as a symbolic representation of peace is a common motif in literature.
• Wearing a wedding ring is often seen as a symbolic gesture of commitment.
• Getting a matching tattoo with your best friend can be a symbolic way to show your bond.
• The crumbling statue was seen as a symbolic representation of the city's decline.

adjective relating to or serving as a symbol

adverb in a symbolic manner

• The use of a white dove as a symbolical representation of peace is a common motif in literature.
• She wore a necklace with a symbolical pendant that reminded her of her grandmother.
• The graffiti artist used a symbolical tag to mark his territory in the urban landscape.
• The sunset painted a symbolical picture of the end of a chapter in their lives.

verb A word that expresses an action or a state of being. In this case, 'symbolizing' is a verb that indicates the act of representing or standing for something else.

• The dove is often used as a symbolizing peace and hope in many cultures.
• The red rose is symbolizing love and passion in this painting.
• The skull tattoo is symbolizing rebellion and nonconformity.
• The setting sun symbolizing the end of a chapter in our lives.

noun a highly corrosive substance or criticism

adjective harsh or caustic in tone

• The political debate was filled with vitriol as each candidate attacked the other's policies.
• I can't believe the vitriol that people are spewing on social media these days.
• Why are you always spreading so much vitriol online? Can't you just be nice for once?
• The vitriol in her words was like a poison that seeped into every conversation she had.

adjective relating to heraldry or heraldic symbols

• The heraldic symbols on the shield represented the noble family's lineage.
• She was fascinated by the intricate heraldic designs on the castle walls.
• Check out the cool heraldic crest on that jacket!
• The opening of the new museum heralded a new era of cultural appreciation in the city.

adjective relating to or characteristic of Delphi, ancient Greek city known for its oracle; ambiguous or obscure in meaning

• The oracle at Delphi was known for giving cryptic and delphic prophecies.
• I couldn't understand a word of that delphic speech.
• Her delphic advice was so confusing, it made my head spin.
• The artist's delphic paintings left viewers pondering their meanings.

noun A type of visual symbol system used by the Akan people of Ghana

adjective Describing something related to or resembling the Adinkra symbols

• The Adinkra symbols are a visual representation of Akan wisdom and proverbs.
• I love wearing clothing with Adinkra symbols because they have such deep meanings.
• Check out my new Adinkra tattoo, it's so dope!
• The Adinkra symbols are like a language that speaks to our souls.