monologue
Definitions
A long speech by one actor in a play or movie, or as part of a theatrical or broadcast program.
A long, tedious speech by one person during a conversation.
A dramatic composition for a single performer.
Examples
The actor delivered a powerful monologue that left the audience in tears.
She practiced her monologue for hours in front of the mirror before the audition.
The play consists almost entirely of a long, introspective monologue by the main character.
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Antonyms
dialogue conversation chat discussion debate colloquy interchange