Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
megillah
noun
/mɪˈɡɪlə/
Definition
A detailed or lengthy story or account, often referring specifically to a Jewish scroll containing the Book of Esther.
Examples
- Reading the entire megillah of his past, he realized how much he had grown.
- She went on a megillah about her journey, which captivated everyone at the party.
Meaning
The term ‘megillah’ is commonly used to describe something that is overly complicated or extensive, often with a connotation of excessiveness.
Synonyms
- narrative
- account
- report
- tale
