GRE Word List
FIGURE
a number symbol : numeral
The meaning of the word figure is a number symbol : numeral.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| arboretum | a place where trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants are cultivated for scientific and educational purposes |
| gloss | a surface luster or brightness : shine |
| headfirst | with the head foremost |
| mortar | a sturdy vessel in which material is pounded or rubbed with a pestle |
| incinerate | to cause to burn to ashes |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |
| amend | to put right |
| brandish | to shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly |
| awe | an emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime |