literal

/lˈɪtəɹə‍l/

/ˈɫɪtɝəɫ/

literal

referring directly to the true meaning of a word or phrase

synonyms : actual

without interpretation or embellishment

focusing on the exact words only, without looking for deeper or implied meanings

antonyms : figurative

avoiding embellishment or exaggeration (used for emphasis)

Literal

a mistake in printed matter resulting from mechanical failures of some kind

synonyms : erratum

Examples

1. People get too literal.

2. People are too literal.

3. - People are too literal.

4. The game is that literal.