literalness
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/ˈlɪtərəlnəs/
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/ˈlɪtərəlnəs/
noun
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Understanding something exactly as it is stated, without any extra or creative meaning
The teacher appreciated the student's literalness in interpreting the poem.
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A lack of creativity or imagination
His literalness in solving problems made him miss out on innovative solutions.
translation
Understanding something exactly as it is stated, without any extra or creative meaning; A lack of creativity or imagination
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