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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| buffoonery | foolish or playful behavior or practice |
| elysian | of or relating to Elysium |
| odds | the probability that one thing is so or will happen rather than another : chances |
| irrefutable | impossible to refute : incontrovertible |
| reticent | inclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved |
| nonplus | a state of bafflement or perplexity : quandary |
| chary | discreetly cautious: such as |
| misconduct | mismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities |
| capitulate | to surrender often after negotiation of terms |