figures (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈfɪɡərz/

Definition

Numerical data or statistics, often presented in tables or charts.

Examples

• The report contained detailed figures on sales growth.

• We need to analyze these figures before making a decision.

• The final figures were higher than we had expected.

How to Use figures

figure out (phrasal verb)

To understand or solve something. — "I can't figure out how to assemble this furniture."

figure in (prepositional phrase)

To include someone or something in a plan or calculation. — "We need to figure in the cost of shipping."

figure on (prepositional phrase)

To expect or plan for something. — "We're figuring on arriving by noon."

Synonyms of figures

Words with a similar meaning to figures:

• numbers
• data
• statistics
• statistics

Antonyms of figures

Words with the opposite meaning to figures:

• qualitative
• narratives

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