C1
figurative
ˈfɪɡərətɪv
adjective
przenośny
Also
obrazowy
Definition
Departing from a literal use of words; metaphorical.
Examples
She used the word 'storm' in a figurative sense to describe her anger.
Użyła słowa 'burza' w sensie przenośnym, aby opisać swój gniew.
His language was often highly figurative.
Jego język był często bardzo obrazowy.
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