Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Literal.
How to pronounce literal:
UK
Literal - as an adjective
Limited to the explicit meaning of a word or text
Example: "A literal translation"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
figurative17Literal - as a noun
A mistake in printed matter resulting from mechanical failures of some kind
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
erratum9literal errormisprint12typo9typographical errorLiteral - as an adjective satellite
Being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something
Example: "Her actual motive"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
actual8genuine8real4Without interpretation or embellishment
Example: "A literal depiction of the scene before him"
Avoiding embellishment or exaggeration (used for emphasis)
Example: "It's the literal truth"
Example Sentences
"He interpreted her words in their literal sense."
"The storm did not hit the town, but its impact was taken in the literal sense."
"I want you to follow my instructions to the literal letter."
"His brain injury caused him to have difficulty understanding literal language."
"In this painting, the depiction of the sun is not meant to be literal."
Word Game Points
Is LITERAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, literal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LITERAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is LITERAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, literal is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLITERAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is LITERAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, literal is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLITERAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
