Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: In a way that is extremely clever, tricky, or cruel, often associated with evil or wickedness.

Example: The puzzle was designed fiendishly, making it very difficult to solve.

Definition: The quality or state of being extremely cruel, wicked, or evil.

Example: The villain's fiendishness was evident in his plans to take over the world.

Definition: The quality or state of being very intense, strong, or aggressive.

Example: The fierceness of the storm surprised everyone in the town.

Definition: A thing that someone believes to be real but that exists only in their imagination.

Example: The monster in the story was just a figment of the child's imagination.

Definition: Relating to or representing human or animal shapes in art or design.

Example: The artist created a figural sculpture that captured the essence of movement.

Definition: Describing something that forms a shape or figure, often used in artistic or mathematical contexts.

Example: The artist used a figurate style to create dynamic shapes in her painting.

Definition: The act of creating a specific shape or form, or a representation of something in a particular style.

Example: The artist's latest work features a beautiful figuration of the human form.

Definition: Relating to language that uses metaphors or similes to express ideas in a more imaginative way, rather than literally.

Example: The poet used figurative language to create vivid images in the reader's mind.

Definition: The quality or characteristic of using figures of speech or symbolic language instead of literal language.

Example: The poet's use of figurativeness adds depth and emotion to his work.

Definition: A person who holds a title or position of leadership but does not have real power or authority, often used in organizations or governments.

Example: The company has a figurehead as its CEO, but the real decisions are made by the board.