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EXEGESIS Synonyms

There are 3 synonyms of the word exegesis. (exact relations)
There are 9 hypernyms of the word exegesis. (close relations)
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exegeticexegeticalexegetically

Best Alternative Words for EXEGESIS

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analysis
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an investigation of the component parts of a whole and their relations in making up the whole

• the abstract separation of a whole into its constituent parts in order to study the parts and their relations

• a form of literary criticism in which the structure of a piece of writing is analyzed

• the use of closed-class words instead of inflections: e.g., `the father of the bride' instead of `the bride's father'

• a branch of mathematics involving calculus and the theory of limits; sequences and series and integration and differentiation

• a set of techniques for exploring underlying motives and a method of treating various mental disorders; based on the theories of Sigmund Freud

explanation
nounn
noun

• a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.

• thought that makes something comprehensible

• the act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible

interpretation
nounn
noun

• a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something

• the act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance

• an explanation that results from interpreting something

• an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious

Best Hypernyms For EXEGESIS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for exegesis, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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interpretation analysis annotation clarification commentary elucidation explanation explication exposition

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