Soliloquized: meaning, definitions and examples

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soliloquized

 

[ səˈlɪləˌkwaɪz ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

literature performance

To soliloquize means to speak one's thoughts aloud when by oneself, particularly in a play. This is a device used in drama to provide insight into a character's inner thoughts and feelings, typically without addressing a listener. It can also be seen in literature and poetry to reveal a character's motivations and internal struggles.

Synonyms

monologue, musing, reflection

Examples of usage

  • Hamlet's soliloquized reflections on mortality.
  • The character soliloquized about his ambitions.
  • She soliloquized her doubts in the quiet of the night.

Translations

Translations of the word "soliloquized" in other languages:

🇵🇹 solilóquio

🇮🇳 एकांत में बोलना

🇩🇪 monologisiert

🇮🇩 berbicara sendiri

🇺🇦 монологізував

🇵🇱 solilokwiował

🇯🇵 独り言を言った

🇫🇷 soliloqué

🇪🇸 soliloquió

🇹🇷 monolog yaptı

🇰🇷 독백했다

🇸🇦 تناجى مع نفسه

🇨🇿 monologizoval

🇸🇰 monologizoval

🇨🇳 独白

🇸🇮 solilokvij

🇮🇸 eina ræða

🇰🇿 монолог айтты

🇬🇪 სოლილოკიურებდა

🇦🇿 soliloq edirdi

🇲🇽 soliloquió

Word origin

The term 'soliloquize' is derived from the Latin word 'soliloquium', where 'solus' means 'alone' and 'loqui' means 'to speak'. The use of soliloquies can be traced back to ancient plays, particularly in the works of playwrights like Shakespeare, who utilized this technique to express the private thoughts of characters. It allows audiences to engage with the inner workings of the mind, facilitating a deeper understanding of the complexities of human emotions. The practice of soliloquizing has remained a significant feature in modern drama and literature, reflecting the multifaceted nature of characters' psychologies. As storytelling evolved, so did the methods of conveying these personal insights, making soliloquies a timeless element in the exploration of identity and thought.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,718, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.