Nonmetaphorical — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌnän-ˌme-tə-ˈfȯr-i-kəl/ non·met·a·phor·i·cal

Meaning & Definition of Nonmetaphorical

Nonmetaphorical (adjective)

  1. not of, relating to, or employing a metaphor

Nonmetaphorical (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in nonfigurative

    similar: nonfigurative, literal, nonsymbolic
    opposite: extended, figural, figurative, metaphoric, tropical, tropological, Aesopian, allegorical, emblematic, symbolic, catachrestic, sylleptic

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Nonmetaphorical

The most common words with a similar meaning to Nonmetaphorical:

nonfigurative, literal, nonsymbolic

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Nonmetaphorical

Words with the opposite meaning of Nonmetaphorical:

extended, figural, figurative, metaphoric, tropical, tropological, Aesopian, allegorical, emblematic, symbolic, catachrestic, sylleptic

Origin & Etymology of Nonmetaphorical

First known use: 1941

Frequently Asked Questions about Nonmetaphorical

What does "Nonmetaphorical" mean?

"Nonmetaphorical" means not of, relating to, or employing a metaphor. As an adjective, it is defined as: not of, relating to, or employing a metaphor.

What is another word for "Nonmetaphorical"?

Other words for "Nonmetaphorical" include nonfigurative, literal and nonsymbolic. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Nonmetaphorical" you intend.

What is the opposite of "Nonmetaphorical"?

Antonyms of "Nonmetaphorical" include extended, figural, figurative, metaphoric, tropical, tropological, Aesopian and allegorical.

Is "Nonmetaphorical" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Nonmetaphorical" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Nonmetaphorical"?

"Nonmetaphorical" is pronounced /ˌnän-ˌme-tə-ˈfȯr-i-kəl/ and divided into syllables as non·met·a·phor·i·cal.

What is the origin of the word "Nonmetaphorical"?

First known use: 1941.

What is another word for "Nonmetaphorical" meaning "as in nonfigurative"?

When "Nonmetaphorical" (adjective) means as in nonfigurative, synonyms include nonfigurative, literal and nonsymbolic. Opposites in this sense include extended, figural, figurative and metaphoric.