Métaphorique
Example: Son discours était riche en expressions métaphoriques puissantes.
Definition
"Métaphorique" describes something that relates to or uses metaphors, which are figures of speech where a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable, often to suggest a resemblance or symbolic meaning.
Etymology
The word "métaphorique" comes from the French adaptation of the Greek word "metaphorikos," derived from "metaphora," meaning 'transfer' or 'carrying over.' Did you know? The original Greek root combines 'meta-' (beyond) and 'pherein' (to carry), reflecting how metaphors transfer meaning from one concept to another.
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"Métaphorique" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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