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Synonyms of interpret

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Another word for interpret is render. Other synonyms of interpret are construe, take and understand.

Synonyms and similar words for interpret

verbTo decode the meaning of a topic and then act, whether to continue researching the topic, follow...

  • take
  • understand
  • construeTo interpret (something) to another or publicly, explain the meaning of (something, usually language).

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Meaning of interpret

  1. verb To decode the meaning of a topic and then act, whether to continue researching the topic, follow through, act in opposition, or further the understanding through sharing an interpretation.
  2. verb To explain or tell the meaning of; to translate orally into intelligible or familiar language or terms. applied especially to language, but also to dreams, signs, conduct, mysteries, etc.
  3. verb To apprehend and represent by means of art; to show by illustrative representation.

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Questions about synonyms of interpret

What is another word for interpret?
Interpret has 12 synonyms on Word.ws, such as render, construe, take and understand.
What does interpret mean?
Interpret means to decode the meaning of a topic and then act, whether to continue researching the topic, follow through, act in opposition, or further the understanding through sharing an interpretation.

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