This page gathers the 5,691 dictionary entries of which at least one sense is labelled “Figuratively” by Wiktionary. The definition shown is that sense; each word leads to its full entry. Page 32 of 57: from “mire” to “mud”.
- mire verb To weigh down.
- mired adj Involved in trouble or difficulty.
- mirepoix noun A mixture.
- mirror noun An object, person, or event that reflects or gives a picture of another.
- mirrorize verb To mirror or reflect.
- misbegotten adj Ill-conceived.
- miscegenation noun A mixing or blending, especially one which is considered to be inappropriate.
- miscolour verb To set forth erroneously or unfairly.
- misfire noun A failure.
- misgrab noun A mistake.
- misopogon noun The contempt of philosophers and associated paraphernalia (wisdom, the philosopher's beard, etc.)
- misplace verb To apply one's talents inappropriately.
- miss the mark verb To fail to achieve the intended result.
- misshapen adj Morally or intellectually warped.
- missing link noun Any sought-after or valuable intermediary figure or position.
- misstep noun An error or mistake.
- mist noun Anything that dims, darkens, or hinders vision.
- mist over verb To become tearful.
- mistailored adj Not well suited to the purpose to which something is put.
- misty adj Dim; vague; obscure.
- mithridate noun Synonym of cure.
- mixtape noun A digital compilation of music, whether created by an artist or a fan, that evokes the aesthetic, informality, or curatorial spirit of…
- mizmaze noun A maze or labyrinth.
- moat noun An aspect of a business which makes it more "defensible" from competitors, because of the nature of its products, services or franchise or…
- mock turtle noun An imitation or substitute for something else, especially when such an imitation is seen as less authentic.
- moist verb To inspire, to refresh (someone); also, to soften (one's heart).
- molasses noun Anything considered figuratively sweet, especially sweet words.
- mole-eyed adj Having imperfect eyesight.
- mollusc noun A weak-willed person.
- moment noun Weight or importance.
- Mona Lisa noun A masterpiece, an outstanding work.
- money bag noun A wealthy person.
- money-spinner noun Something that generates a continuous income.
- monger noun A person promoting something, especially an undesirable thing.
- mongering noun The spreading or promotion of a specified thing.
- moniment noun Something to preserve memory; a reminder or a monument.
- monkey noun A naughty or mischievous person, especially a child.
- monkey in the middle noun A middleman, particularly in a difficult spot or situation.
- monkey on one's back noun An addiction, especially to narcotic drugs.
- monkey show noun Something either comical or very entertaining.
- monkey trap noun A clever trap of any sort, that owes its success to the ineptitude or gullibility of the victim.
- monkey wrench noun An unexpected or troublesome problem, obstacle or dilemma.
- monocephalous adj Having one leader.
- monochromatic adj Plain, dull, lifeless.
- monolith noun Anything massive, uniform, and unmovable, especially a towering and impersonal cultural, political, or social organization or structure.
- monolithic adj Having a massive, unchanging structure that does not permit individual variation.
- monophrasis noun A laconic response.
- monsoon noun Any heavy rainstorm.
- monster noun A badly behaved person, especially a child; a brat.
- montagne russe noun A situation characterized by significant fluctuations in direction, emotion or intensity.
- mood music noun The general mood around a topic.
- moon cycle noun A menstrual cycle.
- moon shot noun An expensive, hard, or unlikely task of great potential impact.
- moonstruck adj Showing irrational behaviour, especially of a romantic or sentimental nature; in an entranced or distracted state, especially due to being…
- moony adj Absent-minded.
- mooring noun Something to which one adheres, or the means that helps one to maintain a stable position and keep one's identity - moral, intellectual…
- moose noun An ugly person.
- moose test noun Any stringent test of the quality of a product.
- mop water noun Any liquid which is reminiscent of such dirty water.
- morass noun Anything that entraps or makes progress difficult.
- moribund adj Almost obsolete; nearing an end.
- morning noun The early part of anything.
- mortality noun Death.
- mortgage verb To pledge and make liable; to make subject to obligation; to achieve an immediate result by paying for it in the long term.
- mosaic noun Any composite structure made from diverse elements.
- moss-grown adj Old; old-fashioned, out of date.
- moth noun Anything that gradually and silently eats, consumes, or wastes any other thing.
- moth-eaten adj Old and in poor condition.
- mothball verb To stop using (something), and often to put it in storage; specifically, while keeping it in good condition so it can be used in the future.
- mother noun A female ancestor.
- motherless adj Without a history or predecessor.
- motive power noun The power that enables something to move.
- motley verb To make something multicolored, variegated, or diverse in character.
- motor noun A source of power for something; an inspiration; a driving force.
- moulder verb To cause (someone or something) to die away or disappear.
- mouldy adj Showing signs of neglect; disused.
- mound noun A hand.
- mount noun A car, bicycle, or motorcycle used for racing.
- Mount Everest noun An endeavor that is very demanding yet rewarding; also, something which is the highest achievement, challenge, etc.; the epitome, the…
- mountain noun A difficult task or challenge.
- mountaineer verb To climb as if on a mountain.
- mountainous adj Very difficult.
- mouse noun A quiet or shy person.
- mousetrap verb To trap; to trick or fool (someone) into a bad situation.
- mousetrap man noun A person who lures or tricks people into a disadvantageous or illegal situation.
- moustache-twirling noun Behavior associated with villainy.
- mouth verb Ellipsis of mouth the words; to speak insincerely.
- mouth-to-mouth noun Kissing, particularly French kissing.
- move ahead verb To proceed; to make or signify progress
- move along verb To proceed; to make or signify progress.
- move forward verb To cause to make progress.
- move the chains verb To advance toward a goal.
- mover and shaker noun Someone who has power and influence in a field or activity; one who accomplishes tasks, who gets things done.
- movie noun Any event, especially one that is unpleasant or tiresome.
- movielike adj Unrealistically romantic, exciting, or scenic.
- moving part noun One of the variables or components in a complex situation.
- mow down verb To kill or slaughter, or to injure by knocking down, especially in large numbers and in a ruthless manner.
- mucid adj Rotten, bad, worthless.
- muck noun Anything filthy or vile. Dirt; something that makes another thing dirty.
- mud noun Willfully abusive, even slanderous remarks or claims, notably between political opponents.