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 |
|---|---|
| prologue | the preface or introduction to a literary work |
| destitute | lacking something needed or desirable |
| cession | a yielding to another : concession |
| luminary | a person of prominence or brilliant achievement |
| bandy | to discuss lightly or banteringly |
| extol | to praise highly : glorify |
| insinuate | to impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply |
| commiserate | to feel or express sympathy : condole |
| emasculate | to deprive of strength, vigor, or spirit : weaken |
| ejaculation | an act of ejaculating |