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.

Random words

WordMeaning
dismissto permit or cause to leave
dribbleto issue sporadically and in small bits
quicksilvermercury
foregoto go before : precede
obesehaving excessive body fat
plasticitythe quality or state of being plastic
luminarya person of prominence or brilliant achievement
whinnyto neigh especially in a low or gentle way
interveneto occur, fall, or come between points of time or events
rebuketo criticize sharply : reprimand