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 |
|---|---|
| loom | a frame or machine for interlacing (see interlace |
| tyranny | oppressive power |
| macabre | having death as a subject : comprising or including a personalized representation of death |
| negligence | the quality or state of being negligent |
| mediocre | of moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary |
| spontaneity | the quality or state of being spontaneous |
| salient | moving by leaps or springs : jumping |
| grate | grating |
| sect | a dissenting or schismatic religious body |
| contend | to strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle |