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exegesis

noun

/ˌɛksəˈdʒiːsɪs/

Meaning

A critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially a religious scripture.

The professor gave a detailed exegesis of the biblical passage.

interpretation, analysis, commentary, elucidation, explanation

misinterpretation, distortion

biblical exegesis, literary exegesis, detailed exegesis, critical exegesis

A state that is controlled and protected by another.

a small, light boat usually for one person

the quality of being truthful; honesty and accuracy in what one says or does

a covered area at the entrance of a building, often with a roof and open sides

the study or theory of the origin of the universe

The lack of success in doing or achieving something.