Epilog (Noun)
Meaning 1
A short speech (often in verse) addressed directly to the audience by an actor at the end of a play.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 2
A short passage added at the end of a literary work; "the epilogue told what eventually happened to the main characters".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The epilog to the novel provided a sense of closure for the readers, tying up loose ends and revealing the fate of the main characters.
- The author wrote a lengthy epilog to the memoir, reflecting on the lessons she learned from her experiences and how they continued to shape her life.
- The epilog to the series served as a nostalgic trip for fans, revisiting beloved characters and storylines from the past.
- The epilog was added to the play in later revisions, altering the tone of the conclusion and providing a more polished finish.
- In the epilog, the author revealed the events that transpired after the main narrative, offering a glimpse into the long-term consequences of the characters' actions.