Soliloquy

In layman's terms - act of speaking your thoughts out loud; usually a character in a play

Soliloquy Definition & Meaning

A soliloquy is a speech that a person gives when they are alone or think they are alone. It is a way for a character in a play or a work of fiction to express their thoughts and feelings directly to the audience, without any other characters hearing them.

Soliloquy Used in a Sentence

1. "Hamlet" contains popular soliloquies.
2. The soliloquy revealed the character's innermost fears.
3. The soliloquy showed the character's conflicting emotions.

Soliloquy Similar Words & Phrases (Synonyms)

1. Monologue
2. Self-expression
3. Confession
4. Inner speech
5. Reverie

Soliloquy Opposite Words & Phrases (Antonyms)

1. Dialogue
2. Discussion
3. Debate
4. Conversation
5. Exchange