Definition

Describing something that is literal and not using figures of speech or symbolism.

Example

The instructions were nonmetaphorical, making them easy to understand.

Conversation

I read that book you recommended, and it was really interesting.

I'm glad you liked it! The themes were quite nonmetaphorical yet powerful.

Yeah, I appreciated how straightforward the message was.

Exactly! It made it easy to understand and relate to.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonmetaphorical → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "metaphorical" (from Greek "metaphorikos", meaning figurative or symbolic). The word "nonmetaphorical" means not figurative or symbolic, referring to a literal interpretation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') and 'figurative' ('metaphorical') to remember that 'nonmetaphorical' means something that is literal, not using symbols.

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