GRE Word List

FIGURE

a number symbol : numeral

The meaning of the word figure is a number symbol : numeral.

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WordMeaning
arboretuma place where trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants are cultivated for scientific and educational purposes
glossa surface luster or brightness : shine
headfirstwith the head foremost
mortara sturdy vessel in which material is pounded or rubbed with a pestle
incinerateto cause to burn to ashes
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
quixoticfoolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals
amendto put right
brandishto shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly
awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime