Figure Definition
figure
noun
- a diagram or picture illustrating textual material; "the area covered can be seen from Figure 2"
- alternative names for the body of a human being; "Leonardo studied the human body"; "he has a strong physique"; "the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak"
- one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration; "0 and 1 are digits"
- a model of a bodily form (especially of a person); "he made a figure of Santa Claus"
- a well-known or notable person; "they studied all the great names in the history of France"; "she is an important figure in modern music"
- a combination of points and lines and planes that form a visible palpable shape
- an amount of money expressed numerically; "a figure of $17 was suggested"
- the impression produced by a person; "he cut a fine figure"; "a heroic figure"
- the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals; "he had a number of chores to do"; "the number of parameters is small"; "the figure was about a thousand"
- language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense
- a unitary percept having structure and coherence that is the object of attention and that stands out against a ground
- a decorative or artistic work; "the coach had a design on the doors"
- a predetermined set of movements in dancing or skating; "she made the best score on compulsory figures"
verb
- judge to be probable
- be or play a part of or in; "Elections figure prominently in every government program"; "How do the elections figure in the current pattern of internal politics?"
- imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind; "I can't see him on horseback!"; "I can see what will happen"; "I can see a risk in this strategy"
- make a mathematical calculation or computation
- understand; "He didn't figure her"
"Figure" in song lyrics
See how figure is used in real songs:
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"In the casket at 22 he didn't figure"
504 Boyz — Life is Serious -
"Two kids to raise without an father figure"
504 Boyz — Life is Serious -
"I put seven bullets in your figure"
9th Prince — Prince of New York
Words that rhyme with figure
Usage tips for "figure"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "figure" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for figure to find words that pair well.