metaphrastic
adjective as in strong fondness
Word Combinations
Example:His attempt at a metaphrastic translation resulted in a verbose and awkward text, losing much of the original poem's charm.
Definition:Translation that focuses closely on the literal meanings of words, often at the expense of idiomatic expression or stylistic precision.
From metaphrastic translation
Example:The author maintained a metaphrastic style in her essay on metaphysics, ensuring that no detail was lost in the face of idiomatic interpretation.
Definition:A writing style that emphasizes exact and literal translation, often to the point of losing the natural flow and style of the original text.
From metaphrastic style
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