Word of the Day: Diegesis

Can you pronounce diegesis?

Saturday, July 1, 2023

Diegesis noun 1. A narrative or plot, typically in a movie. "The detective movie's diegesis was full of twists, but I guessed the ending." "The audience was captivated by the drama's intense diegesis." "I followed along with the diegesis until my favorite character died, and then I didn't want to watch it anymore." Ads help keep Word Daily free. Greek, early 19th century "Diegesis" originates from the Greek word "diēgēsis," which means "narrative." If you've ever felt a rush of satisfaction when you finish a particularly good book, there's an explanation for that feeling. ... Thank you for supporting our advertisers. Do you remember these words?

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