Thesaurus results for INTERPRETATION

interpretation

noun

in-ˌtər-prə-ˈtā-shən

Definition of interpretation

as in explanation

a statement that makes something clear that's one possible interpretation of that cryptic remark

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as in version

a presentation of an artistic work (as a piece of music) from a particular point of view a sensitive interpretation of a piece that is a touchstone for violinists

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as in variation

a distinct treatment of something (as a story or a play) a very Freudian interpretation of The Nutcracker

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Recent Examples of interpretation More diverse research teams can also bring different experiences and perspectives to the design and interpretation of research. — Rodney Coates, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2026 For one of Larsson’s shows in Tokyo, makeup artist Sophia Sinot transformed the Allure cover star into a sparkling interpretation of Hello Kitty. — Marci Robin, Allure, 8 Oct. 2026 The revenue ruling for 351 conversions is an interpretation of existing law and may apply retroactively. — Darla Mercado, Cfp®, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026 The defense argued that the prosecution relies on a novel interpretation of the law and that Van Dyke lacked fair notice that trading on the information could violate federal law. — Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for interpretation

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Noun

Aquarius January 20 – February 18 A bigger idea may need a clearer explanation today.

— Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 9 Oct. 2026
The process starts with the official voter guide, then suggests copying the exact language of a measure into an AI chatbot and asking for a plain-English explanation.

— Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of explanation

Noun

Demna’s version of Gucci’s iconic Horsebit has an edge that feels both editorial and wearable, particularly for the customer who is looking to add something new to their Gucci collection.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
This October, against this newly rumpled and roughneck version of the Milwaukee Brewers, that’s apparently going to be easier said than done.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of version

Noun

Informed by its huge trove of 10 years of prior battery data, Theyyunni said its large language models now predict the results of dozens of minor chemistry changes and process variations far faster than any physical prototyping and testing could.

— John Voelcker, The Verge, 12 Oct. 2026
Nacer is quite good at variations of patriarchal obliviousness, and Pebdani suffuses her women with streaks of guilt.

— Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of variation

Noun

Her work combines music, illustration, animation and fashion.

— Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2026
But the Iran example – and particularly the ongoing episodic closures of the Strait of Hormuz – is one of the best illustrations today of how merely invoking credibility to act is not the same as having an overall endgame strategy.

— Christopher Nichols, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of illustration

Noun

So patience, but also only to a degree, with this rendition of the Heat arguably more in win-now mode than recent iterations of the roster.

— Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026
The key piece was a rendition of the Melone minaudière, a historic design first conceived in the ’70s, when it was crafted from solid gold.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of rendition

Noun

In Flanagan‘s take, Margaret is fiercely committed to shielding Carrie from the world’s dangers and from her classmates’ cruelty, even becoming a parental advocate in their community and on social media.

— Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 11 Oct. 2026
Then a character actor who plays a private investigator blew us all out of the water on the first take, just completely out-acting us all!

— Sarah Larson, New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of take

Noun

What is lost is the outcome itself, the translation of a decision already made into a medicine the patient actually takes home.

— Harshit Jain, Forbes.com, 13 Oct. 2026
The expression has different meanings across cultures, rarely referring to its literal translation.

— Annika Pham, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of translation

Noun

That’s because bank stocks are particularly difficult to forecast, given that their performance depends heavily on macro factors rather than information that management might have about the company.

— Morgan Chittum, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
Other new treatments that support guests on their personalised journeys include IV Therapy, with IV drips to enhance health and performance.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026

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