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 |
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loom | a frame or machine for interlacing (see interlace |
tyranny | oppressive power |
macabre | having death as a subject : comprising or including a personalized representation of death |
negligence | the quality or state of being negligent |
mediocre | of moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary |
spontaneity | the quality or state of being spontaneous |
salient | moving by leaps or springs : jumping |
grate | grating |
sect | a dissenting or schismatic religious body |
contend | to strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle |