a purely 'symbolic' act/gesture [=an act/gesture that is intended as a symbol of something but that does not have any real effect]
The number 7 has 'symbolic' significance/importance [=has significance/importance as a symbol] in their religion.
The storm is 'symbolically' important in the story.
(..) all those who practice it. But you can see why I was eager to aid in your fight against Stannis and his Red Priestess. A symbolic revenge of sorts. Yes, ahem. I feel the need for actual revenge against the actual person who tried to have me killed. Which will require a degree (..)2013 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: And Now His Watch Is Ended Season: 3 Episode 4