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literalness

/ˈlɪtərəlnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does literalness mean?

noun

The quality of being literal; the state of being exact and unambiguous in expression or interpretation. Literalness is often used to convey a sense of straightforwardness and clarity.

Example

"The professor emphasized the importance of literalness in academic writing, encouraging students to avoid ambiguity and confusion."

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