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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prostratestretched out with face on the ground in adoration or submission
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minatoryhaving a menacing quality
fecundityfruitful in offspring or vegetation : prolific
dintforce
startto move suddenly and violently : spring
clipencompass
suspensethe state of being suspended : suspension
upbraidto criticize severely : find fault with
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