figure

/ˈfɪɡər/

Definitions

1. noun

a person or thing represented in a picture, drawing, or sculpture; a shape or form

“The artist painted a figure standing in the background of the landscape.”

2. verb

to imagine or picture something

“She began to figure out what the surprise gift might be.”

3. noun

a number or amount used in mathematical calculations

“The equation requires two figures to solve.”

4. noun

a person of importance or influence

“The politician was a prominent figure in the community.”

5. verb

to estimate or calculate something

“Try to figure out how much the groceries will cost.”

6. noun

a shape or outline

“The figure of the statue was intricate and detailed.”

7. noun

a mathematical term or expression

“The equation contained several complex figures.”

8. verb

to understand or comprehend something

“I’m trying to figure out the plot of the movie.”

Synonyms

  • calculation
  • estimate
  • form
  • image
  • outline
  • shape

Antonyms

  • amorphous
  • disproportionate
  • unproportional