soliloquy
/səˈlɪləkwi/
Group 30Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (noun)
- An act of speaking one's thoughts aloud when by oneself, especially by a character in a play GRE
Example in Context
The actor's delivery of the famous soliloquy held the audience spellbound, each word resonating with a vulnerability that was entirely her own.
Synonyms
monologuespeechself-talk
Etymology
Speaking alone, as if having a one-man show.
- solus (Latin) — alone
- loqui (Latin) — to speak
Memory Aid
🎭Sounds like “solo-quip”
Picture a comedian doing a SOLO-QUIP on stage, cracking jokes to an empty room!
Visual Association
🗣️A lone actor dramatically speaking to a mirror, as if rehearsing for a grand performance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “soliloquy” mean on the GRE?
soliloquy (noun) means “An act of speaking one's thoughts aloud when by oneself, especially by a character in a play”. The actor's delivery of the famous soliloquy held the audience spellbound, each word resonating with a vulnerability that was entirely her own.
How to remember “soliloquy” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “soliloquy” sounds like “solo-quip”. Picture a comedian doing a SOLO-QUIP on stage, cracking jokes to an empty room!
What are synonyms for “soliloquy”?
Common synonyms: monologue, speech, self-talk.