The thesaurus entry and context clues that are the best synonym for interpreting as it is used in the above sentence is verb Definition: to understand something Synonym: construe, decipher, grasp Antonyms: misinterpret, misunderstand.
I decided to use my art to show how I interpret the tragedy of the Vietnam War.
The word 'represent' can be the suitable synonym for interpreting in the above sentence.
Thesaurus is the book which consists of not just the meanings but synonyms, antonyms and other usages of the words. In Thesaurus entry the words are placed and grouped according to of the similarity in the meanings of the words. The main purpose of a Thesaurus is to provide references for the words which is the apt and fit to express the meaning of the word.
