literal

Meanings

• adjective

  Something that is exactly as described or represented in words.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈlɪt(ə)ɹəl/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

figurative , metaphorical

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Synonyms

literal constant , typo

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with literal
vital , italic , ritual

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. literal (English) : adjective: exact, not figurative
   

2. literal (English) : noun: a written or printed text
   

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Variants

List of all variants of literal that leads to same result
literal , literalities , literality , literalness , literalnesses , literals , literal-minded

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Etymology

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From Old French litteral, from Latin literalis 'pertaining to letters, literal'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'literal' comes from the Latin word 'literalis', which means 'pertaining to letters'.

2. The word 'literal' is often used in the context of legal documents and contracts to refer to the exact meaning of the words used.

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Related Concepts

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1. figurative language: The use of words in a non-literal or symbolic way to convey meaning.

2. allegory: A story in which objects, actions, or events represent abstract ideas or moral lessons.

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Culture

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In literature, 'literal' is often used to refer to a close adherence to the text of a work, as opposed to interpreting it symbolically or metaphorically. For example, in the context of Shakespeare's plays, a 'literal' interpretation would focus on the historical and factual accuracy of the events portrayed, whereas a 'figurative' interpretation would focus on the symbolic and metaphorical meanings.

How to Memorize "literal"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a book that is written exactly as described, with no figurative language or metaphors.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'literal' with the idea of an exact representation or description.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device, such as 'Literally True To The Words', to help remember the definition of 'literal'.

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