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
floridvery flowery in style : ornate
urgeto present, advocate, or demand earnestly or pressingly
patrimonyan estate inherited from one's father or ancestor
subjugateto bring under control and governance as a subject : conquer
protocolan original draft, minute, or record of a document or transaction
flutterto flap the wings rapidly
dapperneat and trim in appearance
spartana native or inhabitant of ancient Sparta
mottledmarked with spots of different colors : having blotches of two or more colors
aperturean opening or open space : hole