How to pronounce“metaphorically”in English
IPA/mɛtæfɒrɪkællɪ/
Syllablesme·ta·pho·ri·cal·ly
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Definitions of “metaphorically”
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adverb
In a metaphorical manner; not literally; by means of metaphor.
“He conveyed his teachings metaphorically.”
Synonyms:nonliterally
adverb
Used to draw attention that what follows is a metaphor, not to be taken literally
“Metaphorically, he was crushed.”