Figurative (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Consisting of or forming human or animal figures; "a figural design"; "the figurative art of the humanistic tradition"- Herbert Read.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The painting featured a figurative style with vivid depictions of realistic bodies.
- The museum showcased a collection of ancient Greek pottery with intricate figurative designs.
- In art history, figurative refers to works that accurately represent the human form.
- He was particularly drawn to figurative sculpture, creating intricate and lifelike statues.
- The figurative paintings of the Renaissance period are iconic in the history of art.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
(used of the meanings of words or text) not literal; using figures of speech; "figurative language".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She used figurative language to describe the sunset, saying it was a fire in the sky.
- The poet's use of figurative language added depth and emotion to his words.
- The teacher explained that the phrase "he was as busy as a bee" was a figurative expression.
- Her figurative painting of a dreamlike landscape captured the viewer's imagination.
- The phrase "broke his heart" is a figurative way of saying he was extremely saddened.