What does parable mean?
Parable means (rhetoric) A short narrative illustrating a lesson (usually religious/moral) by comparison or analogy..
Parable
/ˈpaɹəbəl/ · noun
Meaning
(rhetoric) A short narrative illustrating a lesson (usually religious/moral) by comparison or analogy..
Definitions by Sense
- (rhetoric) A short narrative illustrating a lesson (usually religious/moral) by comparison or analogy.
- (transitive) To represent by parable.
- (obsolete) That can easily be prepared or procured; obtainable.
Example Sentences
In the New Testament the parables told by Jesus Christ convey His message, as in "The parable of the prodigal son".
Catholic homilies normally draw on at least one Biblical lecture, often parables.
Which by the ancient sages was thus parabled.
The most parable and easy, and about which many are employed, is to teach a school, turn lecturer or curate […].
well-wishers unto parable Physick
Synonyms for parable
Antonyms for parable
Related Words
Word Forms
- parables
- parabling
- parabled
- more parable
- most parable
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for parable?
Common synonyms include exemplum, allegory, fable, apologue.
What is the opposite of parable?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use parable in a sentence?
In the New Testament the parables told by Jesus Christ convey His message, as in "The parable of the prodigal son".
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