Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Ambiguous symbolism refers to the use of symbols in literature that can be interpreted in multiple ways, leaving their meaning open to interpretation and debate.
Related terms
Allegory: Allegory is a literary device where characters and events represent abstract ideas or moral qualities.