noun

interpretation

interpretation, explanation, rendition, translation

Her interpretation of the poem was unique.

Her interpretation of the poem was unique.

The new data requires a different interpretation.

The new data requires a different interpretation.

His interpretation of the role was powerful.

His interpretation of the role was powerful.

an interpretation of ((sth.)) an explanation or understanding of (sth.) Her interpretation of the results was wrong.

Synonyms: explanation, analysis, rendition; Antonyms: misinterpretation

From Latin 'interpretari' (to explain). 'inter-' (between) + '-pret' (related to price, value). The suffix '-ation' forms a noun.

Think of it as finding the 'price' or 'value' of meaning 'between' the lines or languages.

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