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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| prelate | an ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank |
| kudos | praise given for achievement |
| portend | to give an omen or anticipatory sign of |
| aviary | a place for keeping birds confined |
| lagoon | a shallow sound, channel, or pond near or communicating with a larger body of water |
| speechless | unable to speak : dumb |
| stink | to emit a strong offensive odor |
| carafe | a bottle with a flaring lip used to hold beverages and especially wine |
| perimeter | the boundary of a closed plane figure |
| evenhanded | fair |