GRE Word List
FIGURE
a number symbol : numeral
The meaning of the word figure is a number symbol : numeral.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| physiognomy | the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance |
| sensual | relating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite : fleshly |
| penury | a cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money) |
| eddy | a current of water or air running contrary to the main current |
| unwonted | being out of the ordinary : rare |
| pillory | a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked |
| smolder | to burn sluggishly, without flame, and often with much smoke |
| shimmer | to shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer |
| tatter | to make ragged |
| sanguine | marked by eager hopefulness : confidently optimistic |