Synonyms of epilogue

epilogue

noun

variants also epilog

as in sequel

a final section or speech after the main part of a book, play, or musical composition

—sometimes used figuratively

The main character's death was alluded to in the epilogue.

His final years were a peaceful epilogue to a life of adventure.

Related Words

• sequel
• finale
• ending
• follow-up
• closing
• afterword
• endgame
• wrap-up
• coda
• finish
• consummation
• appendix
• conclusion
• postscript
• finis
• capper
• grand finale
• close
• codicil
• postlude
• homestretch
• windup
• excursus
• aftermath
• anticlimax
• end
• climax
• supplement
• mop-up
• crescendo
• capstone
• culmination
• summit
• apex
• top
• high-water mark
• pinnacle
• zenith
• meridian
• peak
• crown
• tail end
• tag end
• tip-top
• shank
• acme
• copestone
• coup de grâce

Dissimilar Words

• introduction
• preface
• prologue
• foreword
• preamble
• prelude
• overture
• beginning
• opening
• start
• baseline
• dawn
• day one
• nascence
• nascency

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of epilogue

If an otherwise unexceptional song on Mount Zero is nearing its conclusion, be prepared for an epilogue where Medlyn or Elphick clicks on the distortion. — Ethan Beck, Pitchfork, 23 July 2026

In the film’s epilogue, Charlie takes the train to see Nick at Leeds. — Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026

The reader who reaches the epilogue and comes upon the girl with the scar is meant to recognize her. — Literary Hub, 14 July 2026

The transfer of the Chelsea art space is only the epilogue for Marlborough’s multi-year breakdown—the gallery’s closure in 2024 came after years of escalating strife and discord. — News Desk, Artforum, 9 July 2026