literality

/ˌlɪtəˈræləti/
noun
  1. The quality or state of being literal; exactness in following the ordinary meaning of words.
    • The literality of his translation made it sound awkward in English.
    • She appreciated the literality of the contract, leaving no room for confusion.
    • Poetry often loses its beauty when read with strict literality.
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