Figuration

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /fɪɡjəˈreɪʃən/

Definitions of figuration

noun the act of representing in a figure or design

Example Sentences

A1 I am learning about different types of figuration in art class.

A2 The artist used unique figuration to create a striking painting.

B1 The figuration of the characters in the novel was complex and well-developed.

B2 The figuration of the dancers in the performance was mesmerizing.

C1 The artist's use of figuration in his sculptures challenged traditional artistic norms.

C2 The novel's figuration of societal issues was thought-provoking and insightful.

Examples of figuration in a Sentence

formal The artist's use of figuration in his paintings was highly praised by art critics.

informal I don't really understand the figuration in this abstract painting.

slang That movie had some crazy figuration going on, I couldn't keep up with the plot.

figurative Her figuration of the situation was quite accurate, even though she wasn't there to witness it firsthand.

Grammatical Forms of figuration

past tense

figured

plural

figurations

comparative

more figuration

superlative

most figuration

present tense

figurates

future tense

will figurate

perfect tense

have figured

continuous tense

is figuring

singular

figuration

positive degree

figuration

infinitive

to figure

gerund

figuring

participle

figurating

Origin and Evolution of figuration

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'figuration' originates from the Latin word 'figuratio', which means the act of shaping or forming.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'figuration' has evolved to refer to the representation of forms or figures in art, literature, or music, moving away from its original meaning of shaping or forming.