Definition

In a way that involves explaining or understanding the meaning of something.

Example

The artist interpretively expressed her feelings through her paintings.

Conversation

Did you see that dance performance last night?

Yes, it was amazing how they moved interpretively to the music.

I loved how each dancer expressed their emotions so clearly.

Exactly! It made the whole show feel so much more alive.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interpretively → It is formed from "interpret" (from Latin "interpretari", meaning to explain or expound) and the suffix "-ively" (meaning in a manner of). The word "interpretively" means in a manner that explains or expounds upon something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'interpreting' something to explain it, and the '-ively' shows how it's done — that's why interpretively means explaining in a certain way.

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