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

It seems intended less as a definitive solution to the mystery than as a virtuoso play in the endless exegetical game, which has a different outcome for each reader.

From The New Yorker • Apr. 11, 2016

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

The minority seem resolved at this second discussion to enter thoroughly for the first time on the numerous separate points, exegetical, dogmatic and historical, which offer themselves for consideration.

From Letters From Rome on the Council by D?llinger, Johann Joseph Ignaz von

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