figurative in Turkish
figurative in Turkish is mecazi — figurative means using words in a non-literal, symbolic way, such as through metaphor or simile, rather than their exact meaning.
figurative in Turkish
mecazi
Of use as a metaphor, simile, metonym or other figure of speech, as opposed to literal; using figures.
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 Turkish?
"figurative" in Turkish is mecazi. figurative means: Using words in a non-literal, symbolic way, such as through metaphor or simile, rather than their exact meaning.
How do you use "figurative" in a sentence?
Example: ""Drowning in paperwork" is a figurative expression, not a literal one." In Turkish, "figurative" is mecazi.
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