Definition of Figurative

1. Adjective. (used of the meanings of words or text) not literal; using figures of speech. "Figurative language"


2. Adjective. Consisting of or forming human or animal figures. "The figurative art of the humanistic tradition"
Exact synonyms: Figural
Similar to: Representational

Definition of Figurative

1. a. Representing by a figure, or by resemblance; typical; representative.

Definition of Figurative

1. [adj]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Figurative

Figueira's syndrome
figuline
figulines
figurable
figural
figurally
figural aftereffect
figural blindness
figurant
figurante
figurants
figurate
figurate
figuration
figurations
figurative (current term)
figuratively
figurativeness
figuratus
figure
figure
figure-of-8 abnormality
figure-of-8 bandage
figure-of-8 suture
figured
figured-fabric loom
figuredly
figured bass
figurehead
figureheads

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