Meaning of the word figurative in English
What does figurative mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
figurative
US /ˈfɪɡ.jɚ.ə.tɪv/
UK /ˈfɪɡ.ər.ə.tɪv/
Adjective
1.
used in a way that is different from the usual or basic meaning of the words
Example:
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The phrase 'to have a heart of gold' is figurative.
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He was speaking in a figurative sense, not literally.
2.
representing people or objects in art in a way that looks like the real thing
Example:
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The museum has a large collection of figurative paintings.
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She prefers figurative art to abstract art.