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

  • Figural

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.

Synonyms

  • Nonliteral

Antonyms

  • Literal
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