Figurally

/ˈfɪɡərəli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner relating to or consisting of figures or representations.

Etymology

From 'figural' (adjective) + '-ly' (adverb-forming suffix). The '-ly' suffix converts the adjective into an adverb showing how something is done or exists.

Kelly Says

This adverb lets you describe how something is done in terms of figures or shapes—like 'the sculpture figurally represents the human form'—though it's rare enough that most people would just say 'figuratively' instead.

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