Definitions for figuratively
ˈfɪg yər ə tɪv lifig·u·ra·tive·ly

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1. figurativelyadverb

   in a figurative sense

   "figuratively speaking,..."

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1. figurativelyadverb

   In a figurative manner.

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1. Figurativelyadjective

   By a figure; in a sense different from that which words originally imply; not literally.

   Etymology: from figurative.

   The custom of the apostle is figuratively to transfer to himself, in the first person, what belongs to others. Henry Hammond.

   The words are different, but the sense is still the same; for therein are figuratively intended Uziah and Ezechias. Brown.

   Satyr is a kind of poetry in which human vices are reprehended, partly dramatically, partly simply; but, for the most part, figuratively and occultly. John Dryden, Juvenal, Dedicat.

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1. figuratively

   Figuratively is an adverb that refers to speech or writing that departs from a literal or factual meaning in order to achieve a particular effect, often by using metaphors, analogies, hyperbole, or other forms of imaginative or symbolic language. It is used to convey an abstract or non-literal meaning related to the context or subject it is used with.

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1. Figuratively

   Literally vs. Figuratively -- In this Grammar.com article you will learn the differences between the words Literally and Figuratively.

How to pronounce figuratively?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

   US English

   Mark

   US English

   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

   British

   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

   Australian

   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

   Indian

   Neerja

   Indian

   Zira

   US English

   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

   British

   Fred

   US English

   Tessa

   South African

How to say figuratively in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of figuratively in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of figuratively in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

Examples of figuratively in a Sentence

1. Prince Harry:

   I’m writing this not as the prince I was born but as the man I have become, i’ve worn many hats over the years, both literally and figuratively, and my hope is that in telling my story – the highs and lows, the mistakes, the lessons learned – I can help show that no matter where we come from, we have more in common than we think.

2. Jake Ellzey:

   Our southern border is no longer just about families coming to find a better life. The Biden administration has intentionally failed in its responsibility to protect the American people, and Texans have paid the price, both figuratively and literally. over the two years, Texans have spent over $3 billion dollars to secure our border. Per the Constitution, that is a federal function, and we owe Texans every penny they have paid. I am proud to stand with my fellow colleagues in filling the Lone Star Reimbursement Act. If the President won't do his job, Congress will.

3. Prince Harry:

   I’m writingthis notas the prince I was born but as the man I have become.I’ve worn many hats over the years, both literally and figuratively, and my hope is that in telling my story — the highs and lows, the mistakes, the lessons learned — I can help show that no matter where we come from, we have more in common than we think, i’m deeply grateful for the opportunity to share what I’ve learned over the course of my life so far and excited for people to read a firsthand account of my life that’s accurate and wholly truthful.

4. Prince Harry:

   I ’m writing this not as the prince I was born but as the man I have become, i’ve worn many hats over the years, both literally and figuratively, and my hope is that in telling my story – the highs and lows, the mistakes, the lessons learned – I can help show that no matter where we come from, we have more in common than we think.

5. Sir Winston Churchill:

   To each there comes in their lifetime a special moment when they are figuratively tapped on the shoulder and offered the chance to do a very special thing, unique to them and fitted to their talents. What a tragedy if that moment finds them unprepared or unqualified for that which could have been their finest hour.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=figuratively
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Figuratively
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=figuratively
4. ^ ChatGPT
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