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interpret

[ɪnˈtəːprɪt]

interpret Definition

  • 1explain the meaning of (information, words, or actions)
  • 2understand (an action, mood, or way of behaving) as having a particular meaning or significance

Using interpret: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "interpret" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Can you interpret the instructions for me?

  • Example

    I interpreted his silence as agreement.

  • Example

    The data is difficult to interpret.

  • Example

    She interprets for the deaf community.

interpret Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for interpret

Phrases with interpret

  • to understand or explain something in a way that is different from how others might understand or explain it

    Example

    He always interprets the rules in his own way.

  • to understand or explain something in a way that allows for a wide range of interpretation or flexibility

    Example

    The judge interpreted the law liberally to allow for more leniency in sentencing.

  • to understand or explain something exactly as it is written or spoken, without any additional meaning or context

    Example

    Some people interpret religious texts literally, while others see them as metaphorical.

Origins of interpret

from Latin 'interpretari', meaning 'explain, expound'

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Summary: interpret in Brief

To 'interpret' [ɪnˈtəːprɪt] means to explain or understand the meaning of information, words, or actions. It can also mean to understand an action, mood, or way of behaving as having a particular meaning or significance. Examples include 'Can you interpret the instructions for me?' and 'She interprets for the deaf community.' Phrases like 'interpret something in one's own way' and 'interpret something literally' add nuance to the term.

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