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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cognateof the same or similar nature : generically alike
insipidlacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge : dull
nettleany of a genus (Urtica of the family Urticaceae, the nettle family) of chiefly coarse herbs armed with stinging hairs
enclavea distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory
frugalitythe quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift
overtopen to view : manifest
quotidianoccurring every day
docileeasily taught
distillto let fall, exude, or precipitate (see precipitate
plethoraan ample amount or number : abundance