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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bogus | not genuine : counterfeit |
| varnish | a liquid preparation that when applied to a surface dries to form a hard lustrous typically transparent coating |
| terminal | leading ultimately to death : fatal |
| career | a profession for which one trains and which is undertaken as a permanent calling |
| stamp | to pound or crush with a pestle or a heavy instrument |
| polarize | to cause to vibrate in a definite pattern |
| pore | to gaze intently |
| discrepancy | the quality or state of disagreeing or being at variance |
| peddle | to travel about with wares for sale |
| eulogistic | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |