Tropological is an adjective that refers to something that relates to the use of figurative language or metaphors, typically in literature or poetry. Its antonyms are literal, plain, straightforward, realistic, factual, and direct. Literal refers to something that is exactly as it appears, without embellishment or metaphor. Plain and straightforward imply a lack of complexity and ornamentation. Realistic suggests something that is based on actual experience and observation. Factual, on the other hand, refers to something that is based on facts, without the use of figurative language or exaggeration. Direct implies an absence of ambiguity or indirectness.