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 |
|---|---|
| enmity | positive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will |
| conciliatory | intended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate |
| wiggle | to move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle |
| bask | to lie or relax in a pleasant warmth or atmosphere |
| languish | to be or become feeble, weak, or enervated |
| inquisitor | one who inquires or makes inquisition |
| discomfit | to put into a state of perplexity and embarrassment : disconcert |
| entree | the act or manner of entering : entrance |
| gory | covered with gore : bloodstained |
| license | permission to act |