Which of the following best describes theidea of the symbol among French Symbolist poets ?

A. A symbol is an emblem of the actual world endowed with supernatural meanings.

B. A symbol is a metaphor that allows the poet to capture complex social realities.

C. A symbol is a description of past realities.

D. A symbol is an image that conveys powerful emotional states.

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