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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WordMeaning
degradationthe act or process of degrading
indemnifyto secure against hurt, loss, or damage
restivestubbornly resisting control : balky
pranceto spring from the hind legs or move by so doing
lancea steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry
predilectionan established preference for something
vulgarlacking in cultivation, perception, or taste : coarse
sumptuousextremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent
extortto obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring
academicof, relating to, or associated with an academy or school especially of higher learning