Diegesis Definition

dīə-jēsĭs
diegeses
noun
The presentation of a narrative without direct dramatic imitation of the events, scenes, or characters described.
American Heritage
The world that is depicted in a work of narrative art, especially a film.
American Heritage

Other Word Forms of Diegesis

Noun

Singular:
diegesis
Plural:
diegeses

Origin of Diegesis

  • Greek diēgēsis narration, narrative from diēgeisthai to describe dia- dia- hēgeisthai to lead sāg- in Indo-European roots

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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Words Starting With

DDIDIE

Words Ending With

SISSIS

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Words Starting With D and Ending With S

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8 Letter Words8 Letter Words Starting With D8 Letter Words Ending With S