Trilogy

Pronunciation: /ˈtrɪlədʒi/

Definitions of trilogy

noun a group of three related novels, plays, films, or other works

Example Sentences

A1 I read a trilogy of books last summer.

A2 The trilogy of movies was a huge success at the box office.

B1 The author is known for writing a popular fantasy trilogy.

B2 The trilogy of novels explores themes of love and loss in a post-apocalyptic world.

C1 The director is planning to release a new trilogy of films over the next few years.

C2 The trilogy of plays by the famous playwright is considered a masterpiece of modern theater.

Examples of trilogy in a Sentence

formal The trilogy of novels explores the themes of love, loss, and redemption.

informal I can't wait to binge-watch the whole trilogy this weekend!

slang That trilogy was so lit, I couldn't stop watching!

figurative The trilogy of events that unfolded in his life ultimately led to his success.

Grammatical Forms of trilogy

• plural: trilogies
• comparative: more trilogy
• superlative: most trilogy
• present tense: trilogy
• future tense: will trilogy
• perfect tense: has trilogy
• continuous tense: is trilogy
• singular: trilogy
• positive degree: trilogy
• infinitive: to trilogy
• gerund: trilogying
• participle: trilogied

Origin and Evolution of trilogy

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'trilogy' originates from the Greek word 'trilogia', which is a combination of 'tri-' meaning three and 'logos' meaning discourse or story.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a set of three related literary or dramatic works, the term 'trilogy' has evolved to encompass any series of three connected works in various mediums such as film, music, and even video games.