figurative in Greek
figurative in Greek is μεταφορικός, πολύσημος, εικαστικός — figurative means using words in a non-literal, symbolic way, such as through metaphor or simile, rather than their exact meaning.
figurative in Greek
μεταφορικός
Pronounced: metaforikos
Of use as a metaphor, simile, metonym or other figure of speech, as opposed to literal; using figures.
πολύσημος
Pronounced: polysimos
With many figures of speech.
εικαστικός
Pronounced: eikastikos
Emblematic, symbolic; representative, exemplative
What does "figurative" mean?
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adj Using words in a non-literal, symbolic way, such as through metaphor or simile, rather than their exact meaning.
""Drowning in paperwork" is a figurative expression, not a literal one."
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adj In art, representing recognizable, lifelike forms rather than pure abstraction.
"The gallery’s new exhibit focused on figurative painting rather than abstract work."
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figurative in a sentence
- "Drowning in paperwork" is a figurative expression, not a literal one.
- The gallery’s new exhibit focused on figurative painting rather than abstract work.
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What is "figurative" in Greek?
"figurative" in Greek is μεταφορικός, πολύσημος, εικαστικός. figurative means: Using words in a non-literal, symbolic way, such as through metaphor or simile, rather than their exact meaning.
How do you pronounce μεταφορικός?
"figurative" in Greek is μεταφορικός, pronounced "metaforikos".
How do you use "figurative" in a sentence?
Example: ""Drowning in paperwork" is a figurative expression, not a literal one." In Greek, "figurative" is μεταφορικός, πολύσημος, εικαστικός.
Are there other ways to say "figurative" in Greek?
Yes — Greek has 3 translations listed for "figurative": μεταφορικός, πολύσημος, εικαστικός.
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