Diegetic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌdaɪ.əˈdʒɛ.tɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Diegetic is an adjective meaning (narratology) Of or relating to diegesis; existing within a fictional universe (rather than as background), and able to be perceived by the characters.
Meaning
(narratology) Of or relating to diegesis; existing within a fictional universe (rather than as background), and able to be perceived by the characters.
Example Sentences
diegetic music
Camille is the hyperactive DJ of her own life, queuing up tunes on her cracked iPhone when on drives, in bed, and in the bath. Her stepdad plays piano, and the town’s social life revolves around a karaoke bar. Almost always, the soundtrack is diegetic: Viewers hear the same thing as the characters do.
Synonyms for diegetic
Depending on context, synonyms include narrative.
Antonyms for diegetic
Common opposites include nondiegetic, commentative.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include diagetic, eisegetic, periegetic, homodiegetic, dialogic, dialogal.
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