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interpret

[in-tur-prit] / ɪnˈtɜr prɪt /


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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Many investors have interpreted the fact that more stocks have recently joined in the stock-market rally as a promising sign.

From MarketWatch

Policymakers “would remain cautious in interpreting incoming data given recent volatility and would be prepared to react if their outlook changed materially,” the minutes said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Together they would go on intel-gathering missions, talking to village leaders, scouting unfamiliar terrain and observing the Taliban from hilltops, where Sodais interpreted their radio transmissions for Sullivan in real time.

From Los Angeles Times

He cheerfully refused broadcast interviews because he knew how his rasping vocal chords could be interpreted.

From BBC

Prior to this year that was interpreted to mean the Federal Reserve’s gross revenue.

From Los Angeles Times