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 |
|---|---|
| tint | a usually slight or pale coloration : hue |
| hereafter | after this in sequence or in time |
| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |
| curmudgeon | a crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man |
| evenhanded | fair |
| alimentary | of or relating to nourishment or nutrition |
| lethargic | of, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish |
| epaulet | something that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as |
| draft | the act of drawing or pulling in a net |
| redolent | exuding fragrance : aromatic |