parable
Translation
parable, allegory
Examples
The story is a parable of good and evil.
The story is a parable of good and evil.
He told a parable about a lost sheep.
He told a parable about a lost sheep.
Grammar Patterns
((a parable of sth.)) a story representing (sth.). The story is a parable of good and evil.
((a parable about sth.)) a moral story concerning (sth.). He told a parable about a lost sheep.
Similar Words
Synonyms: allegory, fable, moral story
Etymology
From Greek 'parabolē' (comparison), from 'para-' (beside) + 'ballein' (to throw). So, 'throwing something beside' for comparison.
Memory Tips
A 'parable' is a story that runs 'parallel' to a moral lesson.