Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
literality
noun
/ˌlɪtəˈrælɪti/
Definition
The quality of being literal; representing something exactly as it is without metaphor or exaggeration.
Examples
- His literality in understanding the text made it difficult for him to appreciate the author’s deeper meanings.
- The artist’s work is a play on literality, combining realistic elements with abstract concepts.
Meaning
Literality refers to taking words or phrases in their most basic sense without any figurative interpretation.
Synonyms
- literalness
- exactness
- factuality
