Aside
/əˈsaɪd/
Definitions
- (n.) A dramatic device where a character speaks to the audience, unheard by others on stage.
The character whispered an aside to reveal his true intentions.
Forms
- asides
Commentary
Asides are used in playwriting to convey a character's inner thoughts without affecting other characters' awareness.
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