Synonyms of allegory

allegory

noun

ˈa-lə-ˌgȯr-ē 

as in parable

a story intended to teach a basic truth or moral about life

Dr. Seuss's story "The Sneetches" is a telling allegory about tolerance for people's differences

Synonyms & Similar Words

• parable
• fable
• apologue
• tale
• narrative
• mythology
• myth
• beast fable
• bestiary
• morality play
• legend

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of allegory

It can be read as a direct allegory for conversion therapy and for other ways that homophobia can alter behavior and cause lasting psychological and emotional damage. — Jen Yamato, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026

In the span of 25 minutes and approximately 2,900 juggles, Lea Gentry wrote her own allegory. — Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 7 June 2026

There are allegories that can be read about fear of the unknown breeding cruelty and exploitation, but Disclosure Day is first and foremost a propulsive yarn with thematic roots in hope, truth, empathy and perhaps even spirituality. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026

While a campus novel may not seem like the most logical follow-up, Williams' latest — which centers on the friendship between a misanthropic professor's assistant and a student — is another pitch-black allegory told in gothic, obliterative prose. — Tiffany Kelly, Entertainment Weekly, 29 May 2026