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
improviseto compose, recite, play, or sing extemporaneously
threshto separate seed from (a harvested plant) mechanically
pitha usually continuous central strand of spongy tissue in the stems of most vascular plants that probably functions chiefly in storage
cauterizeto sear with a cautery or caustic
intolerantunable or unwilling to endure
remnanta usually small part, member, or trace remaining
prestigestanding or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion
forthcomingbeing about to appear or to be produced or made available
enlivento give life, action, or spirit to : animate
scoffan expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe