figuratively
IPA: fɪgjˈʊrʌtɪvɫi
adverb
- (manner) In a figurative manner.
- (as a sentence adverb) Used to indicate that what follows is to be taken as a figure of speech, not literally.
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Examples of "figuratively" in Sentences
- She is, figuratively speaking, burning the stake.
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