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metaphorical
英 [ˌmetəˈfɒrɪkəl]
美 [-ˈfɔːr-]
[ADJ]
1. 比喻意义上的
You use the word metaphorical to indicate that you are not using words with their ordinary meaning, but are describing something by means of an image or symbol.
反义词
双语例句
例：It turns out Levy is talking in metaphorical terms.
原来利维说的是比喻。
例：The ship may be heading for the metaphorical rocks unless a buyer can be found.
除非找到买主，不然这艘船的下场可能就像朝着岩石撞过去一样悲惨。