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
martialof, relating to, or suited for war or a warrior
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
permissivegranted on sufferance : tolerated
ablutionthe washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite)
mellifluoushaving a smooth rich flow
curmudgeona crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man
scuffleto struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion
bureaucracya body of nonelected government officials
belateddelayed beyond the usual time
fallibleliable to be erroneous