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Soliloquy
01
a moment of speaking one's thoughts aloud, typically when alone
Examples
During her morning walk, she muttered a quiet soliloquy about the day ahead.
His late-night soliloquy revealed doubts he had n't shared with anyone.
02
a speech that a character in a dramatic play gives in the form of a monologue as a series of inner reflections spoken out loud
What is a "soliloquy"?
A soliloquy is a speech delivered by a character while they are alone on stage or believe they are alone. This type of speech reveals the character's inner thoughts, feelings, or reflections directly to the audience. It is used in plays to provide insight into a character’s personal struggles, motivations, or intentions, and is a way for the audience to understand the character's internal conflicts and perspective.
Examples
The actor delivered the soliloquy with intensity, allowing the audience to glimpse the character's innermost thoughts and emotions.
Shakespeare 's plays are renowned for their soliloquies, in which characters reveal their deepest desires and fears through introspective monologues.
