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interpretation (noun)

The act of explaining, reframing, or showing your own understanding of something, such as a text, a piece of art, or a set of data. In an academic or professional context, it refers to a particular adaptation or stylistic representation of a creative work or a specific analysis of information.

💬 Example

"Her interpretation of my silence was that I was angry, though I was just tired."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'inter' (between) and 'pret' (like 'preach' or talk). You are talking between two things to explain the meaning...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
analysis explanation reading rendition elucidation
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'interpretation about' instead of 'interpretation of'.

Confusing 'interpretation' (spoken) with 'translation' (written) in professional contexts.

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