INTERPRETATION: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for INTERPRETATION?

Need another word that means the same as “interpretation”? Find 31 synonyms and 30 related words for “interpretation” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Interpretation” are: interpreting, rendering, rendition, reading, version, explanation, elucidation, expounding, exposition, explication, exegesis, clarification, definition, analysis, evaluation, review, study, examination, diagnosis, meaning, understanding, construal, connotation, inference, conclusion, supposition, execution, presentation, performance, playing, singing

Interpretation as a Noun

Definitions of "Interpretation" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “interpretation” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• The act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance.
• A mental representation of the meaning or significance of something.
• The action of explaining the meaning of something.
• An explanation of something that is not immediately obvious.
• An explanation or way of explaining.
• An explanation that results from interpreting something.
• A stylistic representation of a creative work or dramatic role.

Synonyms of "Interpretation" as a noun (31 Words)

analysis	A branch of mathematics involving calculus and the theory of limits; sequences and series and integration and differentiation. Statistical analysis.
clarification	The act of removing solid particles from a liquid. The remaining changes are small clarifications.
conclusion	A final settlement. The conclusion of the peace treaty.
connotation	An idea or feeling which a word invokes for a person in addition to its literal or primary meaning. The word discipline has unhappy connotations of punishment and repression.
construal	An interpretation of the meaning of something; the act of construing.
definition	A concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol. Our definition of what constitutes poetry.
diagnosis	The identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms. A diagnosis of Crohn s disease was made.
elucidation	An interpretation that removes obstacles to understanding. Work that led to the elucidation of the structure of proteins.
evaluation	An appraisal of the value of something. An initial evaluation of the programme.
examination	The action or process of conducting an examination. An examination of marketing behaviour.
execution	The process of carrying out an instruction by a computer. They were held captive for two days and threatened with execution.
exegesis	An explanation or critical interpretation (especially of the Bible. The task of biblical exegesis.
explanation	The act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible. I heard his explanation of the accident.
explication	The act of making clear or removing obscurity from the meaning of a word or symbol or expression etc. His explications of scientific concepts.
exposition	The section of a movement (especially in sonata form) where the major musical themes first occur. A systematic exposition of the idea of biodiversity.
expounding	A systematic interpretation or explanation (usually written) of a specific topic.
inference	A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning. Researchers are entrusted with drawing inferences from the data.
interpreting	An explanation of something that is not immediately obvious. He annoyed us with his interpreting of parables.
meaning	What is meant by a word, text, concept, or action. What is the meaning of this sentence.
performance	Process or manner of functioning or operating. A performance car.
playing	The act of playing a musical instrument.
presentation	A visual representation of something. The Lord Lieutenant made the presentations.
reading	The action or skill of reading. I found the article fascinating reading.
rendering	The action of giving or surrendering something. The rendering of Church dues.
rendition	An explanation of something that is not immediately obvious. Her rendition of Milton s verse was extraordinarily moving.
review	A subsequent examination of a patient for the purpose of monitoring earlier treatment. A review of her sentence.
singing	The act of singing vocal music. The singing of hymns in Latin.
study	A room used for reading and writing and studying. Ira s face was a study as he approached the car.
supposition	A belief held without proof or certain knowledge; an assumption or hypothesis. Their outrage was based on supposition and hearsay.
understanding	Sympathetic awareness or tolerance. A child of sufficient intelligence and understanding.
version	An interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint. He told her his version of events.

Usage Examples of "Interpretation" as a noun

• This action is open to a number of interpretations.
• The report included his interpretation of the forensic evidence.
• His unique interpretation of the Liszt études.
• The edict was subject to many interpretations.
• The interpretation of data.

Associations of "Interpretation" (30 Words)

biblical	Relating to or contained in the Bible. Biblical names.
clarification	An interpretation that removes obstacles to understanding. The professor s clarification helped her to understand the textbook.
clarify	Melt (butter) in order to separate out the water and milk solids. Clarify the butter by using a spoon to skim off the foam.
crabbed	(of handwriting) very small and difficult to decipher. Crabbed legal language.
define	Give the meaning of (a word or phrase), especially in a dictionary. The camera could define the smallest object.
definition	The action or process of defining something. Issues of methodology and definition.
depict	Give a description of. Youth is depicted as a time of vitality and good health.
depiction	The action of depicting something, especially in a work of art. The painting s horrific depiction of war.
describe	Identify as in botany or biology, for example. Discreet Italian police described it in a manner typically continental.
elucidate	Make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear. Work such as theirs will help to elucidate this matter.
enlighten	Give (someone) spiritual knowledge or insight. The Holy Spirit enlightened the Apostles.
excuse	Defend explain clear away or make excuses for by reasoning. That pathetic excuse for a man.
exegesis	Critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially of scripture. The task of biblical exegesis.
expatiate	Add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing. She expatiated on working class novelists.
explain	Define. He explained the situation.
explanation	The act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible. I heard his explanation of the accident.
explicate	Elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses. An attempt to explicate the relationship between crime and economic forces.
exposition	An account that sets forth the meaning or intent of a writing or discourse. A systematic exposition of the idea of biodiversity.
expository	Serving to expound or set forth. Clean expository writing.
expound	Explain the meaning of (a literary or doctrinal work. He was expounding a powerful argument.
hydrostatics	The branch of mechanics concerned with the hydrostatic properties of liquids.
instructions	A manual usually accompanying a technical device and explaining how to install or operate it.
interpret	Give an interpretation or explanation to. The evidence is difficult to interpret.
narrative	A message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program. The dialogue and the narrative suffer from awkward syntax.
portray	Portray in words. Goya wanted to portray his mistress the Duchess of Alba.
rationale	A set of reasons or a logical basis for a course of action or belief. The rationale for capital punishment.
recitation	A regularly scheduled session as part of a course of study. The history of an organization is more important than the recitation of details like this.
scriptural	Written or relating to writing. Scriptural quotations from Genesis.
signification	The message that is intended or expressed or signified. The signification of Chinese characters.
snapshot	A brief look or summary. Morris had to make a good save from a snapshot by a defender.