GRE Word List

FIGURATIVE

representing by a figure or resemblance : emblematic

The meaning of the word figurative is representing by a figure or resemblance : emblematic.

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WordMeaning
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
nominalof, relating to, or being a noun or a word or expression taking a noun construction
ovationa ceremony attending the entering of Rome by a general who had won a victory of less importance than that for which a triumph was granted
luridcausing horror or revulsion : gruesome
couriermessenger
appallto overcome with consternation, shock, or dismay
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
mutterto utter sounds or words indistinctly or with a low voice and with the lips partly closed
augustmarked by majestic dignity or grandeur
nirvanathe final beatitude (see beatitude