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loose interpretation

[luːs ɪntərprɪˈteɪʃən]
nounpl: loose interpretations
interpretação livre
1. A reading or understanding of something that is not strict, precise, or literal; an explanation that takes liberties with the original meaning
The film is a loose interpretation of the novel, with many details changed.
O filme é uma interpretação livre do romance, com muitos detalhes alterados.
2. A flexible or relaxed approach to understanding rules, texts, or instructions without adhering strictly to their original form
His loose interpretation of the contract led to disputes with the other party.
Sua interpretação livre do contrato levou a disputas com a outra parte.
Synonyms
free interpretationliberal interpretationflexible interpretationbroad interpretationlax interpretation
Antonyms
strict interpretationliteral interpretationstrict constructionexact interpretation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
interpretação livre
most commonly used term
São Paulo
interpretação solta
alternative informal usage
Portugal
interpretação livre
standard usage, same as Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

take liberties with
bend the rules
stretch the meaning
read between the lines
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