Definition Synonyms
Definition of figurative - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
metaphoricaldeparting from a literal use of words
- She described the night as velvet, a figurative expression..
2.
symbolismsymbolic or emblematic representation
- The dove is a figurative symbol of peace.
Expressions with figurative
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use of words with imaginative meaning instead of plain exact meaning
The poem’s figurative language creates strong pictures in the reader’s mind.
Origin of figurative
Latin, figura (shape) + -tive (related to)
Terms with figurative included in their meaning
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figurative
end or collapse of something
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best or most important item or person in a group
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large amount or number
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withdraw from a situation or commitment
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hope strongly for good luck or a successful result
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occurring very frequently or constantly
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end point of a process or task
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peak moment or best achievement
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reject intimacy or friendship
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point where an activity or process begins
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indication of potential trouble or risk
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in a way that considers every possible aspect or viewpoint
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person place or thing very good or valuable but not widely known
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progressing gradually through small stages instead of one big change
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statement meaning something is not logical clear or reasonable
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most important person or group involved in an activity or situation
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shows some important things cannot be obtained with wealth
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moving toward reaching important goals or a desired positive result
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person noticed mainly for good looks rather than abilities
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change attention or support in the direction of something
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choice that leads a plan or life in a bad direction
figurative burden
worry or concern to be endured
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verbal battle with harsh tactics
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device providing stability or security
Examples of figurative in a sentence
The poet's figurative use of words painted vivid images. The figurative language in the poem added depth. Her speech was filled with figurative expressions.
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- French:figuratif, symbolique, ...
- German:figurativ, symbolisch, ...
- Italian:figurato, figurativo, ...
- Spanish:metafórico, figurativo, ...
- Portuguese:metafórico, simbólico, ...
- Chinese:比喻的, 寓意的, ...
- Japanese:比喩的, 象徴的な, ...
- Arabic:مَجَازِي, رَمْزِي, ...
- Hebrew:מֵטָפוֹרִי, צִיוּרִי, ...
- Russian:образный, символический, ...
- Ukrainian:образний, фігуральний, ...
- Hindi:अलंकारिक, प्रतीकात्मक, ...
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