symbolize

symbolize

CEFR: C1-C2 /sym-bol-ize/ [s.ih1.m.b.ah0.l.ay2.z]

Use the verb symbolize when you use an image, shape, color, or other simple visual to stand for something else, like when you wear black to symbolize that you're mourning a loss.

Example Sentences:
The lion symbolizes (meaning represents) courage.
Let’s all wear white to work tomorrow to symbolize we are united as coworkers.”​
She came to symbolize the women's movement in America
The use of light and dark symbolizes good and evil.