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
lamentto mourn aloud : wail
pinchto squeeze between the finger and thumb or between the jaws of an instrument
enormityan outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act
cerebrationto use the mind : think
sphinx-likeenigmatic; mysterious
weatherthe state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness
probea slender medical instrument used especially for exploration (as of a wound or body cavity)
formidablecausing fear, dread, or apprehension
magniloquentspeaking in or characterized by a high-flown often bombastic style or manner
iridescenthaving or exhibiting iridescence