What is the correct definition of symbolism?
a. a thing which stands for something more abstract
b. a comparison made between two things that are unalike
c. a bold overstatement used to emphasize the truth of a statement
d. a technique where a character utters words the reader understands to mean something else?
A symbol is used to represent and convey emotions or ideas without using a direct example. Usually they make objects or characters stand for something, or symbolize something they are trying to convey.
