figure (Meaning)
figure (n)
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
alternative names for the body of a human being
one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration
a model of a bodily form (especially of a person)
a well-known or notable person
a combination of points and lines and planes that form a visible palpable shape
an amount of money expressed numerically
the impression produced by a person
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense
a unitary percept having structure and coherence that is the object of attention and that stands out against a ground
a decorative or artistic work
a predetermined set of movements in dancing or skating
figure (v)
judge to be probable
be or play a part of or in
imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind
make a mathematical calculation or computation
understand
figure (n.)
The form of anything; shape; outline; appearance.
The representation of any form, as by drawing, painting, modeling, carving, embroidering, etc.; especially, a representation of the human body; as, a figure in bronze; a figure cut in marble.
A pattern in cloth, paper, or other manufactured article; a design wrought out in a fabric; as, the muslin was of a pretty figure.
A diagram or drawing; made to represent a magnitude or the relation of two or more magnitudes; a surface or space inclosed on all sides; -- called superficial when inclosed by lines, and solid when inclosed by surface; any arrangement made up of points, lines, angles, surfaces, etc.
The appearance or impression made by the conduct or carrer of a person; as, a sorry figure.
Distinguished appearance; magnificence; conspicuous representation; splendor; show.
A character or symbol representing a number; a numeral; a digit; as, 1, 2,3, etc.
Value, as expressed in numbers; price; as, the goods are estimated or sold at a low figure.
A person, thing, or action, conceived of as analogous to another person, thing, or action, of which it thus becomes a type or representative.
A mode of expressing abstract or immaterial ideas by words which suggest pictures or images from the physical world; pictorial language; a trope; hence, any deviation from the plainest form of statement.
The form of a syllogism with respect to the relative position of the middle term.
Any one of the several regular steps or movements made by a dancer.
A horoscope; the diagram of the aspects of the astrological houses.
Any short succession of notes, either as melody or as a group of chords, which produce a single complete and distinct impression.
A form of melody or accompaniment kept up through a strain or passage; a musical or motive; a florid embellishment.
To represent by a figure, as to form or mold; to make an image of, either palpable or ideal; also, to fashion into a determinate form; to shape.
To embellish with design; to adorn with figures.
To indicate by numerals; also, to compute.
To represent by a metaphor; to signify or symbolize.
To prefigure; to foreshow.
To write over or under the bass, as figures or other characters, in order to indicate the accompanying chords.
To embellish.
figure (v. t.)
To make a figure; to be distinguished or conspicious; as, the envoy figured at court.
To calculate; to contrive; to scheme; as, he is figuring to secure the nomination.
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figure Sentence Examples
- The dancer's elegant figure swayed gracefully across the stage.
- The painting depicted a mysterious figure shrouded in a cloak.
- The politician cut an imposing figure on the podium.
- The historical figure had a profound impact on society.
- The athlete's muscular figure was a testament to years of dedication.
- The wooden figure seemed to come alive under the sculptor's hands.
- The financial figure showed a promising outlook for the company.
- The abstract figure in the painting left room for interpretation.
- The candle cast a flickering figure on the wall.
- The tall and slender figure was a sight to behold.
FAQs About the word figure
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The dancer's elegant figure swayed gracefully across the stage.
The painting depicted a mysterious figure shrouded in a cloak.
The politician cut an imposing figure on the podium.
The historical figure had a profound impact on society.
