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Exegesis

usgb/ˌeksɪˈdʒiːsɪs/Volume
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Text Genre

Exegesis is commonly used in discussing religious, literary, or historical texts where deep analysis is required.

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Her exegesis of Shakespearean sonnets revealed hidden meanings.
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Academic Tone

Exegesis typically implies a formal, scholarly approach to interpretation.

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The professor's exegesis of economic texts will contribute to the field's academic discourse.
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Not Just Summary

Exegesis goes beyond summarizing; it seeks to uncover deeper meaning and context.

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Through careful exegesis, he unearthed the philosophical undertones of the novel.
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