Noun: literalism 'li-tu-ru,li-zum
- A disposition to interpret statements in their literal sense
"His literalism sometimes caused him to misunderstand jokes and sarcasm"
- The doctrine of realistic (literal) portrayal in art or literature
"The author's literalism left little room for metaphorical interpretation"
Derived forms: literalisms
Type of: disposition, doctrine, inclination, ism, philosophical system, philosophy, school of thought, tendency
Encyclopedia: Literalism