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figuratively in French

figuratively in French is figurément — figuratively means in a symbolic or metaphorical way, rather than exactly as the words state.

figuratively in French

figurément
adv
(manner) In a figurative manner.

What does "figuratively" mean?

  1. adv In a symbolic or metaphorical way, rather than exactly as the words state.
    "She was, figuratively speaking, on top of the world after the win."
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figuratively in a sentence

  • She was, figuratively speaking, on top of the world after the win.

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What is "figuratively" in French?

"figuratively" in French is figurément. figuratively means: In a symbolic or metaphorical way, rather than exactly as the words state.

How do you use "figuratively" in a sentence?

Example: "She was, figuratively speaking, on top of the world after the win." In French, "figuratively" is figurément.

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