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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

literalist

/ˈlɪtərəlɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does literalist mean?

noun

A person who interprets language or texts in a strict and literal sense, without allowing for figurative or metaphorical interpretations. A person who adheres to a literal or strict interpretation of something.

Example

"The literalist approach to the poem led to a misunderstanding of its deeper meaning."

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