Synonyms of interpretation

interpretation

noun

in-ˌtər-prə-ˈtā-shən 

1

as in explanation

a statement that makes something clear

that's one possible interpretation of that cryptic remark

Synonyms & Similar Words

• explanation
• illustration
• translation
• analysis
• definition
• construction
• exegesis
• reasoning
• clarification
• explication
• elucidation
• exposition
• illumination
• demonstration
• road map
• comment
• commentary
• meaning
• restatement
• paraphrase
• justification
• annotation
• decoding
• rationale
• gloss
• deciphering
• enactment
• enlightenment
• rationalization
• edification
• epexegesis
• warning
• caveat
• disentanglement
• unscrambling
• caution

2

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• version
• rendition
• performance
• reading
• adaptation
• account
• variation
• reworking

3

as in variation

a distinct treatment of something (as a story or a play)

a very Freudian interpretation of The Nutcracker

Synonyms & Similar Words

• variation
• version
• take
• translation
• riff
• adaptation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of interpretation

The sanctions determination and its public interpretation must remain separate. — Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2026

Winmill’s ruling was the most decisive interpretation to date. — Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 14 Aug. 2026

Hill's interpretation, too, seems to be also associated with the foul, somehow, someway, since her only comment on it was connecting it to Cunningham. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 Aug. 2026

Surrogacy isn't regulated on a federal level and each state has its own laws, which can leave room for gaps in interpretation, experts say. — ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026