Postscript

Quick meaning: Postscript is a noun meaning (countable) An addendum to a letter, added after the author's signature.

Meaning

(countable) An addendum to a letter, added after the author's signature.

More Meanings

1. (countable) An addition to a story, play, etc. after its completion.
2. To extend (a letter or another document) with additional remarks.

Example Sentences

In a moving post-script to the novel, Forster tells the reader that the book was inspired by a visit to the home of Edward Carpenter.

As a rule Julian dictated to secretaries, and so fast that Libanius says the "tachygraphers" were unable to keep pace with him, but certain postscripts are marked "with his own hand."

And then a curious postscript: I share your dislike of the shortening of names but I must say that I'm not sure 'Alexandra' is entirely suitable for you. It seems to me that you require a name with rather more brio. I see you as a 'Lexie'. What do you think?

Word Forms

• postscripts
• post script
• postscriptum
• post scriptum
• postscripting
• postscripted

Synonyms for postscript

Depending on context, synonyms include afterscript, supplement, addendum.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include addendum, supplement, footnote, epilogue, afterthought, appendix.

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