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
authoritarianof, relating to, or favoring blind submission to authority
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
bentunenclosed grassland
crassgross
vanguardthe forefront of an action or movement
attireto put garments on : dress
interregnumthe time during which a throne is vacant between two successive reigns or regimes
lumenthe cavity of a tubular organ or part
turmoila state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion
potenthaving or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful