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
bogusnot genuine : counterfeit
varnisha liquid preparation that when applied to a surface dries to form a hard lustrous typically transparent coating
terminalleading ultimately to death : fatal
careera profession for which one trains and which is undertaken as a permanent calling
stampto pound or crush with a pestle or a heavy instrument
polarizeto cause to vibrate in a definite pattern
poreto gaze intently
discrepancythe quality or state of disagreeing or being at variance
peddleto travel about with wares for sale
eulogistica commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased