1. critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially of scripture
Usage: formal; academic

Examples

• The professor’s exegesis of the biblical passage revealed multiple layers of meaning.
• Her doctoral thesis focused on the exegesis of ancient Greek texts.
• The rabbi provided a detailed exegesis of the Torah during his sermon.
• Literary scholars engage in exegesis to understand the author’s intended message.
• The course required students to write an exegesis of a chosen poem.
• His exegesis of the constitutional amendment clarified its historical context.