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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| somnambulist | an abnormal condition of sleep in which motor acts (such as walking) are performed |
| impenetrable | incapable of being penetrated or pierced |
| cadaverous | of or relating to a corpse |
| maternal | of, relating to, belonging to, or characteristic of a mother : motherly |
| extort | to obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring |
| goad | to incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad |
| collation | a light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper |
| braggart | a loud arrogant boaster |
| irrepressible | impossible to repress, restrain, or control |
| declivity | downward inclination |