figuration

• Nom désignant l'acte de représenter quelque chose de manière figurative, par exemple par une emblème ou une allégorie, ou le processus d'ornementation par des motifs.

A noun referring to the act of representing something figuratively, as through emblem or allegory, or the process of decorating with a design.

1. Figurative representationC1formal

   The act of representing something symbolically or allegorically through figures, emblems, or metaphors.

   Représentation figurative ou allégorique

   • The poem is a complex figuration of love and loss using mythological allusions.
   • In medieval art, figuration was often used to convey religious allegories.
   • The author's use of figuration allows readers to interpret deeper societal critiques.

   Synonymesallegoryimagerymetaphorrepresentationsymbolismtrope

2. Decorative designB2formalart

   The process of adorning an object or surface with ornamental patterns or designs.

   ornementation

   • The ornate figuration on the cathedral ceiling took decades to complete.
   • This pottery style is known for its intricate floral figuration.
   • The designer added geometric figuration to the fabric pattern.
   • Renaissance furniture often features elaborate figuration in carved wood.

   Synonymesadornmentdecorationembellishmentornamentation