Definition

A person who creates or uses allegories, which are stories or images that represent deeper meanings or ideas.

Example

The allegorist skillfully wove complex themes into his narrative.

Conversation

Have you read anything interesting by an allegorist lately?

Actually, I just finished a book that uses a lot of allegory in its storytelling.

That's cool! I love when an allegorist can convey deeper meanings through their work.

Me too! It makes you think about the real-life implications.

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Root Explanation

Allegorist → It is formed from "allegory" (from Greek "allegoria", meaning speaking otherwise or figurative language) and "-ist" (meaning one who practices or is concerned with). An allegorist is someone who interprets or creates allegories, which are stories with hidden meanings.

Memory Tip

Think of an allegorist as someone who uses 'figurative language' ('allegoria') to convey deeper meanings in their stories.

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