Theater And Performance Terms

noun a group of people who gather to watch or listen to a performance, speech, or presentation

• The speaker captivated the audience with her eloquent speech.
• The comedian had the audience in stitches with his jokes.
• The band totally rocked out and the audience was lit!
• The artist's painting spoke to a universal audience, transcending language barriers.

noun the activities and traditions associated with formal events and ceremonies

• The pageantry of the royal wedding was truly breathtaking.
• The pageantry at the parade was so cool to see.
• The pageantry at the concert was lit!
• The pageantry of the event was like a colorful tapestry unfolding before our eyes.

noun a skirt or slip worn under a dress or outer skirt

• The Victorian lady wore a delicate lace petticoat under her gown.
• She twirled around in her fluffy petticoat, feeling like a princess.
• Check out the cute petticoat she's wearing with her vintage dress.
• His pride was like a petticoat, hiding his true emotions underneath.