Synonyms for

Monologue

Verb / ˈmɑ:nʌˌlɔ:g / Another word for monologue — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A long speech given by one person, often in a play or performance.

Synonyms & similar words

soliloquy soliloquy speech oration harangue address homily sermon lecture discourse talk spiel rant diatribe tirade philippic peroration polemic apologia plea petition

Synonyms by register

Formal

soliloquy disquisition oration

Informal

rant spiel yak long talk

Literary

tirade address discourse

Antonyms

dialogue conversation discussion chat exchange interplay

Common collocations

  • long monologue
  • dramatic monologue
  • opening monologue
  • closing monologue
  • perform a monologue
  • deliver a monologue
  • write a monologue

Word family

noun monologue
verb monologize

Usage note

A monologue is a speech by one person, often in a play. While 'monologize' exists as a verb, it is less common than the noun form.

Example sentences

  1. She rehearsed her monologue for hours before the audition.
  2. The comedian's monologue had the audience laughing out loud.
  3. The politician delivered a monologue about the state of the economy.
  4. In the play, the main character's monologue revealed her innermost thoughts.
  5. The coach gave a monologue about the importance of teamwork to his players.

Quotes

  • "A monologue becomes a dialogue as soon as you start imagining what the other person is saying." - Alan Alda
  • "The essence of drama is conflict, either between characters or within a character's own monologue." - David Mamet
  • "The world is a stage and most of us are desperately unrehearsed." - Sean O'Casey, from the play 'Juno and the Paycock' which features a memorable monologue.

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