Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
reprise
noun
/rɪˈpriːz/
Definition
A repeated performance or rendition of something, particularly in music or theater.
Examples
- The singer’s reprise of the classic hit left the audience applauding for more.
- In the final act, the reprise of the main theme brought closure to the story.
Meaning
In the context of music and theater, ‘reprise’ refers to a section or passage that is repeated in a performance. It can also mean a return or repeated occurrence of an event or theme.
Synonyms
- repetition
- recapitulation
- reoccurrence