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FIGURATIVE

(adj., adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Figurative.

How to pronounce figurative:

US

Figurative - as an adjective

(used of the meanings of words or text) not literal; using figures of speech

Example: "Figurative language"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nonliteral10
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
literal7

Figurative - as an adjective satellite

Consisting of or forming human or animal figures

Example: "A figural design"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
figural11

Example Sentences

"She used figurative language to describe the sunset."
"The statue had a figurative representation of justice."
"The poet used figurative imagery in his poem."
"The painting was full of figurative symbolism."
"The metaphor in the song was a figurative expression of love."
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Word Game Points

Is FIGURATIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, figurative is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FIGURATIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is FIGURATIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, figurative is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FIGURATIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is FIGURATIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, figurative is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FIGURATIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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