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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| acidulous | somewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner |
| inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |
| putrid | being in a state of putrefaction : rotten |
| frantic | emotionally out of control |
| menagerie | a place where animals are kept and trained especially for exhibition |
| shade | comparative darkness or obscurity owing to interception of the rays of light |
| cacophonous | marked by cacophony : harsh-sounding |
| killjoy | one who spoils the pleasure of others |
| bluster | to talk or act with noisy swaggering threats |
| dupe | one that is easily deceived or cheated : fool |