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Write the figure in the chart clearly.
What does Figure mean?
a number, shape, person, or to work out
Dictionary definition
A number, shape, or important person; also to calculate or understand.
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Figure in a sentence
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I figured out the answer after rereading.
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Historical figures in stories can shape a passage's theme.
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What does figure mean?
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to figure?
Number is close in meaning to figure.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is most opposite in meaning to figure?
Miscalculate is the opposite because it contrasts with figure, which means a number, shape, person, or to work out.
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WordFigure.
Partnoun, verb.
MeaningFigure means a number, shape, person, or to work out.
ExampleExample: Write the figure in the chart clearly.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- fig · yer
- Strongest beat
- fig
- Ending
- yer
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on fig.
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miscalculateUseful contrast for understanding the word.
misunderstandUseful contrast for understanding the word.
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Figure word family
Base word
figure
adjective
figurative
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