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
sojourna temporary stay
vulpineof, relating to, or resembling a fox
relentto become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity
colossalof, relating to, or resembling a colossus
euthanasiathe act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy
oligarchygovernment by the few
ascendancygoverning or controlling influence : domination
tokena piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms
primatea bishop who has precedence in a province, a group of provinces, or a nation
oafa stupid person : boob