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Figuratively vs Metaphorical - What's the difference?

figuratively | metaphorical |

As an adverb figuratively

is (manner) in a figurative manner.

As an adjective metaphorical is

pertaining to or characterized by a metaphor; figurative; symbolic.

figuratively

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • (manner) In a figurative manner.
  • * 1897 available on Wikisource
    • Shepherd''' A word naturally of frequent occurrence in Scripture. This word is used '''figuratively to represent the relation of rulers to their subjects and of God to his people .
  • (speech act)

    • Antonyms

    * literally

    metaphorical

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Pertaining to or characterized by a metaphor; figurative; symbolic.