epilogue

Definitions

A section or speech at the end of a book or play that serves as a comment on or a conclusion to what has happened.

A final or concluding act or event.

Examples

The author included a brief epilogue to explain what happened to the characters years after the main story ended.

The play concluded with a poignant epilogue delivered by the lead actor, reflecting on the themes of the performance.

Synonyms

afterword coda postscript conclusion final section closing remarks termination

Antonyms

prologue preface introduction foreword preamble opening beginning