The Open Dictionary

construal

noun

UK/kənˈstruː.əl/
US/kənˈstruː.əl/

Definitions of construal noun

  1. Countablepsychology

    The manner in which an individual perceives, understands, and interprets the world or a specific situation.

    • His construal of the event differed significantly from that of other witnesses.

    • Each person's construal of a work of art is influenced by their personal experiences.

    • In psychology, understanding different construals is crucial for analyzing behavior.