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 |
|---|---|
| nether | situated down or below : lower |
| ego | the self especially as contrasted with another self or the world |
| quip | a clever usually taunting remark : gibe |
| bereft | deprived or robbed of the possession or use of something |
| zany | very eccentric (see eccentric |
| ration | a food allowance for one day |
| slipshod | wearing loose shoes or slippers |
| institute | something that is instituted: such as |
| affable | being pleasant and at ease in talking to others |
| glib | showing little forethought or preparation : offhand |