Definitions for Monologue
ˈmɒn əˌlɔg, -ˌlɒgmono·logue

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:3.0 / 2 votes

1. soliloquy, monologuenoun

   speech you make to yourself

2. monologuenoun

   a long utterance by one person (especially one that prevents others from participating in the conversation)

3. monologuenoun

   a (usually long) dramatic speech by a single actor

WiktionaryRate this definition:1.0 / 1 vote

1. monologuenoun

   A type of art that consist of soliloquy, a long speech by one person.

2. monologuenoun

   A long series of comic stories and jokes as an entertainment.

3. monologuenoun

   A long, uninterrupted utterance that monopolizes a conversation.

4. monologueverb

   To deliver a monologue.

5. Etymology: Circa 1550, from circa 1500 monologue, modeled on dialogue, ultimately from or via μονολογος

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Monologuenoun

   A scene in which a person of the drama speaks by himself; a soliloquy.

   Etymology: μόνος and λόγος; monologue, Fr.

   He gives you an account of himself, and of his returning from the country, in monologue; to which unnatural way of narration Terence is subject in all his plays. Dryden.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Monologue

   In theatre, a monologue (from Greek: μονόλογος, from μόνος mónos, "alone, solitary" and λόγος lógos, "speech") is a speech presented by a single character, most often to express their thoughts aloud, though sometimes also to directly address another character or the audience. Monologues are common across the range of dramatic media (plays, films, etc.), as well as in non-dramatic media such as poetry. Monologues share much in common with several other literary devices including soliloquies, apostrophes, and asides. There are, however, distinctions between each of these devices.

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1. monologue

   A monologue is a prolonged speech or discourse delivered by a single speaker, character, or performer. This can occur in a variety of contexts such as in a play, movie, or stand-up comedy, or as part of a speech or lecture. It is used to express their thoughts, ideas, or feelings directly to the audience or another character.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Monologuenoun

   a speech uttered by a person alone; soliloquy; also, talk or discourse in company, in the strain of a soliloquy; as, an account in monologue

2. Monologuenoun

   a dramatic composition for a single performer

3. Etymology: [F. monologue, Gr. speaking alone; mo`nos alone, single, sole + lo`gos speech, discourse, le`gein to speak. See Legend.]

WikidataRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Monologue

   In theatre, a monologue is presented by a single character, most often to express their mental thoughts aloud, though sometimes also to directly address another character or the audience. Monologues are common across the range of dramatic media as well as in non-dramatic media such as poetry. Monologues share much in common with several other literary devices including soliloquies, apostrophes, and aside. There are, however, distinctions between each of these devices.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Monologue

   mon′ō-log, n. a speech uttered by one person: soliloquy: a poem, &c. for a single performer.—v.i. Monol′ogise, to indulge in this.—ns. Monol′ogist, one who talks in monologue; Monol′ogy, the habit of doing so. [Fr.,—Gr. monos, alone, logos, speech.]

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1. Monologue

   Monologue vs. Soliloquy -- In this Grammar.com article you will learn the differences between the words Monologue and Soliloquy.

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Monologue in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Monologue in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of Monologue in a Sentence

1. Kenan Thompson:

   I have not been in touch with them, necessarily, i'm going to be pretty straightforward — a good monologue and keeping the energy up will be my approach. I enjoy honoring artistry and creativity.

2. Donald Trump:

   Amy Schumer will stay in the US despite promise to leave if Donald Trump wins election Later in Donald Trump monologue, Donald Trump choked up and shared an emotional speech. I do really feel for the parents who had to explain this to their kids this morning, especially parents with daughters, because a lot of them, like me, probably thought Hillary would be our first woman president, but Amy Schumer wo n’t be. But that does mean that someone’s daughter is out there, right now, who will one day have that title. Whoever Seth Myers are, I hope I live to see Seth Myers inauguration. On ABC, Jimmy Kimmel told viewers Jimmy Kimmel was up all night watching the election coverage. It was a big surprise. I think it was even a big surprise to Donald Trump, Donald Trump said. Did Seth Myers see Donald Trump victory speech ? Donald Trump did n’t want this. Donald Trump wanted to win — but Donald Trump does n’t actually want to be President... Donald Trump plan was to go home to Mar-a-Lago, play 5,000 rounds of golf, phone in to Donald Trump TV every morning for 10 years and then die on the toilet !

3. Nicholas Burns:

   Weve never had a president in the whole history of the United States going back to 1789, who invited one of our strongest adversaries, in this case, China, to intervene and interfere in our election, he [ Trump ] should be impeached by the House. There should be an inquiry by the My God . and the Republicans. I dont think hes fit for office, based on what My God . said on China and also on Ukraine. Oh, for goodness sake. I dont recall My God . and the rest of the arrogant ruling class giving a monkeys --- about foreign interference when its establishment candidates like Hillary Clinton doing it or when they themselves do it, leaving the public sector to work for lobbyists andfor foreign companies and foreign governments like James Mattis has just done. My God. James Mattis preening in My God . penguin suit last week, basking in the approval of the ruling class while My God . cashes in on My God . public service by selling out America. Hes working for a swamp lobbyistthat boasts about shipping American manufacturing overseas and selling American defense companies to the highest foreign bidder. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP So yes, after this week, we can now see the full picture on impeachment for My God . -- partisan politics for the ruling class and overturning the populist revolution. They must not win. Adapted from Steve Hiltons monologue from.

4. Daniel Riseman:

   No one is interested in hearing a well-prepared monologue, while careful preparation is essential, do not force statistics or facts into the conversation at every opportunity. Interviewers remember organic discussions. Serving as your own PR agent can backfire.

5. Ethan Kross:

   Helpful inner monologue isn't always positive in the sense that sometimes, in working through the bad stuff, we learn from our mistakes, that sometimes involves revisiting painful experiences, extracting some important insight that helps us move on and improve.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=Monologue
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Monologue
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=Monologue
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monologue
5. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Monologue
7. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=Monologue
8. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=Monologue