HyperDic: literalism

English > 2 senses of the word literalism:
NOUNcognitionliteralismthe doctrine of realistic (literal) portrayal in art or literature
cognitionliteralisma disposition to interpret statements in their literal sense
English > literalism: 2 senses > noun 1, cognition
MeaningThe doctrine of realistic (literal) portrayal in art or literature.
Broaderdoctrine, philosophy, philosophical system, school of thought, ismA belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school
Spanishliteralismo
Catalanliteralisme
English > literalism: 2 senses > noun 2, cognition
MeaningA disposition to interpret statements in their literal sense.
Broaderinclination, disposition, tendencyAn attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others
Spanishliteralidad, literalismo
Catalanliteralisme, literalitat

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