This meaning refers to a number, like in math or money. People use it when talking about amounts or statistics.
She wrote the correct figure on the paper.
The sales figure is higher this month.
This meaning talks about the shape or body of a person or animal. It can mean how someone looks or the general form.
There is a big figure on the wall.
Her figure looks tall and slim.
Here, figure means a picture or drawing that shows something. It can be in books, papers, or presentations.
Look at the figure in the book carefully.
The teacher drew a figure on the board.
As a verb, figure means to think something is true even if you are not certain. You guess or expect it.
I figure it will rain today.
She figures he is at home now.
Figure here means a person who is important or known by many people. Often used in politics, sports, or history.
He is a famous figure in sports.
She is a well-known figure in politics.
This verb form means to be on a list or record. It shows that something or someone is mentioned or included.
His name figures in the report.
The case did not figure in the news.
In business, figures are numbers that show money or results. People check figures to understand how a company does.
The company’s figures look good this year.
Financial figures show a profit.
This less common verb means to move or perform especially in dance or skating. It shows skill or manner of movement.
He figures well in the dance show.
She figures carefully on the ice rink.
