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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assertto state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively
debunkto expose the sham (see sham
lionizeto treat as an object of great interest or importance
floutto treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn
vociferousmarked by or given to vehement insistent outcry
propulsivetending or having power to propel
homogeneousof the same or a similar kind or nature
burnishto make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing
comaa state of profound unconsciousness caused by disease, injury, or poison
bolta lightning stroke