to deduce; to elaborate; historical romance
Meanings
2 senses · 7 examplesverb
to deduce; to infer; to elaborate and extend (principles or themes)
literaryIn logic, refers to deductive reasoning (deducing specifics from general principles). In literature and arts, means to adapt, interpret, or perform a work with creative elaboration. Often used in formal or academic contexts.
This play was created by selecting, arranging, and connecting several chapters from the book, then elaborating upon them.
In logic, deduction is the process of deriving specific conclusions from general principles.
Show 2 more examplesShow fewer examples
The pianist performed this Beethoven sonata with a completely new interpretation.
This film adapted classical literature into a modern urban love story.
noun
historical romance; elaborated historical narrative (a novel genre based on historical records with added fictional details)
Refers to a specific genre of Chinese classical fiction that narrates historical events with literary elaboration and fictional details, typically written in chapter-by-chapter (章回体) format. Closely related to the term 演义, which is more commonly used for this genre (e.g., Romance of the Three Kingdoms).
Romance of the Three Kingdoms is a masterpiece of Chinese classical historical romance.
He enjoys reading historical romances like the Sui-Tang Romance.
Show 1 more exampleShow fewer examples
This historical romance adds many legendary elements on the basis of official history.