1. in a way that represents or stands for something else through the use of symbols
2. in a way that has symbolic meaning or significance

Examples

• The dove symbolically represents peace in many cultures.
• She symbolically broke the chain to show her freedom.
• The flag was raised symbolically at dawn.
• The gift was symbolically important, though not expensive.
• He symbolically passed the torch to his successor.
• The bridge symbolically connects the two communities.
• The ceremony symbolically marked the end of the conflict.