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
transpireto take place : go on
betrayto lead astray
droopto hang or incline downward
hermeticof or relating to the mystical and alchemical writings or teachings arising in the first three centuries a.d.
imperiousmarked by arrogant assurance : domineering
clapperone that claps: such as
incapacitateto deprive of capacity or natural power : disable
magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area
skeptican adherent or advocate of skepticism
parlancespeech