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interpret

[in-tur-prit] / ɪnˈtɜr prɪt /
VERB
make sense of; define
Synonyms
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clarify construe decipher depict describe enact explain illustrate portray read solve translate understand view
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adapt annotate comment commentate decode delineate elucidate exemplify explicate expound gather gloss image improvise limn mimic paraphrase perform picture play reenact render represent take
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make of spell out throw light on
Antonyms
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confuse disbelieve mix up obscure
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cloud direct fail misunderstand mystify stop
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misinterpret

Usage

What are other ways to say interpret? To interpret is to give the meaning of something by paraphrase, by translation, or by an explanation based on personal opinion: to interpret a poem or a symbol. To expound is to give a methodical, detailed, scholarly explanation of something, usually Scriptures, doctrines, or philosophy: to expound the doctrine of free will. To explain is to make plain, clear, or intelligible something that is not known or understood: to explain a theory or a problem. To elucidate is to throw light on what before was dark and obscure, usually by illustration and commentary and sometimes by elaborate explanation: They asked him to elucidate his statement. 

Example Sentences

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Researchers interpret this as a form of Neolithic political theatre designed to send a powerful message.

From Science Daily

Huber interprets Zuckerberg’s statement as a sign that nobody really knows how and when these massive investments will pay off — not even the leaders of the companies doing the spending.

From MarketWatch

But Billick believes the “human element” will inevitably win out — the game requires interpreting things on a gut level, he said.

From MarketWatch

But Billick believes the “human element” will inevitably win out — the game requires interpreting things on a gut level, he said.

From MarketWatch

This could be interpreted as a positive prediction for CSCO’s earnings.

From MarketWatch

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.