Definition

A person who performs a monologue, which is a long speech by one person in a play or other performance.

Example

The monologuist captivated the audience with her powerful storytelling.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a live performance by a monologuist?

No, I haven't, but it sounds interesting!

I went to one last week, and it was hilarious.

That sounds fun! I’d love to check out a monologuist performance sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Monologuist → It is formed from "mono-" (from Greek "monos", meaning single or alone) and "loguist" (from Latin "loqui", meaning to speak). The word refers to a person who speaks alone or delivers a monologue.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mono-' meaning 'single' and 'loqui' meaning 'to speak' — a monologuist is someone who speaks alone.

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