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noun

ˈfi-gyər How to pronounce figure (audio)
Definition of figurenext
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as in digit
a character used to represent a mathematical value no doubt the figures on the price tags at the jewelry store are so small because the zeroes are so many

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as in outline
a line that traces the outer limits of an object or surface we could gradually see the figure of a ship coming our way through the fog

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as in celebrity
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about figures from the worlds of sport and entertainment will be guests at the White House dinner

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as in doll
a small statue painted wooden figures by untrained artists can be quite valuable on today's antiques market

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as in mannequin
a three-dimensional representation of the human body used especially for displaying clothes the museum features a collection of figures strikingly attired in suits of medieval armor

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as in motif
a unit of decoration that is repeated all over something (as a fabric) upholstered the chair with a fabric embossed with figures of fleur-de-lis

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as in diagram
something that visually explains or decorates a text the layout editor could have done a better job of getting the figures on the same page as the specific portion of text that they are intended to illustrate

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as in price
the amount of money that is demanded as payment for something a number of the paintings at the auction sold at figures far higher than had been estimated

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as in shape
the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance the ice sculpture at the banquet was in the figure of an eagle spreading its wings

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as in physique
the type of body that a person has Martha has such a slender figure that just about anything looks good on her

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as in calculation
figures plural the act or process of performing mathematical operations to find a value a person with a good head for figures

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as in look
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality unshaven and dirty, he presents a sorry figure

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verb

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as in to decide
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration we figured that we had better arrive early at the concert in order to get good seats

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as in to estimate
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement let's figure the juice in the pan to be about a cup and just add it to the mix

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as in to calculate
to determine (a value) by doing the necessary mathematical operations the car dealer figured that our monthly car payment would be $357

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as in to think
to have as an opinion the father figures that girls should have the same athletic opportunities as boys and supports his daughter's interest in soccer

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Recent Examples of figure
Noun
The singer joined such high-profile figures as Zoë Kravitz and more for one of the final shows of Paris Fashion Week. — Julia Teti, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025 The figures are astonishing: the first phase alone is expected to cost US$370 billion, while the ultimate completion date and budget are now estimated as 2080 and $8.8 trillion, respectively. — Adam Williams, New Atlas, 12 Mar. 2025
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Those not in the know—which included almost all of us in the Opinions section, because the piece was unusually closely held—figured that the delay involved negotiating over tone and adjectives. — Ruth Marcus, The New Yorker, 12 Mar. 2025 With two new starters and Billings returning from an injury, the line figures to be much more competitive. — Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for figure
Recent Examples of Synonyms for figure
  1. digit
  2. outline
  3. celebrity
  4. doll
  5. mannequin
  6. motif
  7. diagram
  8. price
Noun
  • Under this bill, they will be required to produce more personal information, such as the last four digits of their Social Security number.
    — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2025
  • The most accurate value for Pi, according to Guinness World Records, is more than 62 trillion digits (62,831,853,071,796 to be precise), calculated in August 2021 by the University of Applied Sciences in Switzerland.
    — Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of digit
Noun
  • The creamy texture of the crayon prevents the pencil tip from dragging or pulling at the skin, while its high color-payoff leaves behind a fine outline in either Black, Brown or Burgundy.
    — Jessica Ourisman, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
  • For a full breakdown of the registration process, refer to the outline below: After reaching a sign-up landing page, make sure to input bonus code NEWSWEEK1500.
    — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of outline
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  • Much like Alo Yoga in the wellness space, the brand collaborates with popular influencers and celebrities while hosting eye-catching events, from beach parties to futuristic pop-up experiences, to amplify its presence on social media.
    — Clara Ludmir, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
  • But senators grilled the celebrity doctor on his record.
    — Daniel de Visé, USA TODAY, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of celebrity
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  • Working from his home studio in Auckland, Lewis relied on advanced 3D printing to create five different versions of the scene-stealing doll.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Curated by fashion historian Karan Feder and drawn from the private collection of David Porcello and Mattel, the exhibit features more than 250 vintage dolls, life-size fashion designs, advertisements and other archival material, video interviews with the doll’s designers and more.
    — Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of doll
Noun
  • Along cobblestone streets, mannequins in windows are decked out in ski goggles and fur.
    — Anna Fiorentino, AFAR Media, 12 Mar. 2025
  • During his more than 40 years as a working artist in many disciplines, Ruben Toledo has designed advertising and marketing campaigns, mannequins, store windows, theater sets, costumes, award statuettes, wallpaper, textiles, scarves, fabrics, dishes, furniture and carpets.
    — Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of mannequin
Noun
  • For the business meeting, Queen Letizia wore a suit in a shade of black with a faint white pinstripe motif.
    — Julia Teti, WWD, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Oak doors in a guest bath, and throughout the house, feature a lacquered motif inspired by Native American patterns.
    — Michael James Gardner, Architectural Digest, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of motif
Noun
  • Google Cloud announced new generative AI capabilities called Visual Q&A that will search tables, charts, and diagrams to process diverse patient data, medical images, and others to help provide a comprehensive view of the patient.
    — David Chou, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
  • This version also supports collaboration, allowing teams to work together in real-time while linking diagrams to live data from sources like Excel, Microsoft Entra ID, and more.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2025
Definition of diagram
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  • Adding to its desirability, Sunnybrook offers incredible value with lot prices starting at just $70,000—a rare find in Johnson County.
    — Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 16 Mar. 2025
  • The price for this ability to outrun inflation by a sizable margin and compound wealth has been periods of painful and unforeseeable declines.
    — Bill Stone, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
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