ˈfigyərə̇t, -ˌrāt adjective
Etymology: Latin figuratus, past participle of figurare to form — more at figure
1. : relating to, composed of, or suggestive of a figure
2. : involving passing discords by the freer melodic movement of one or more voice parts : florid
figurate counterpoint
— contrasted with simple
• fig·u·rate·ly adverb