exegetical

American

[ek-si-jet-i-kuhl] / ˌɛk sɪˈdʒɛt ɪ kəl /

Also exegetic

adjective

of or relating to exegesis; explanatory; interpretative.

Other Word Forms

exegetically adverb

Etymology

Origin of exegetical

First recorded in 1645–55; from Greek exēgētikós “explanatory; pertaining to a narrative” + -al ¹; exegesis ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Eager fans have analyzed that 30-second teaser clip with the exegetical rigor typically reserved for ancient hieroglyphs.

From New York Times • Dec. 3, 2021

She spent much of 2011 enacting Biblical verses word-for-word, which led her on several humorous exegetical adventures.

From The New Yorker • May 6, 2019

But dirt for art’s sake, dirt put to exegetical purpose, is precious – far more precious than good taste.

From The Guardian • Oct. 23, 2015

But does Genius, having identified in us a real exegetical desire, deliver on its promise?

From Slate • Apr. 7, 2015

It contains a full account of the principal commentaries written on this book, and the translations and paraphrases made into different languages, with a new version, and exegetical remarks.

From The International Monthly, Volume 5, No. 4, April, 1852 by Various

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