monologue-focused

[ˌmɑːnəˈlɔːɡ ˈfoʊkəst]
adjective
centrado em monólogo
1. Characterized by or emphasizing a single extended speech or narrative delivered by one person with little to no interaction from others
The monologue-focused performance left the audience wanting more dialogue and interaction.
A apresentação centrada em monólogo deixou o público querendo mais diálogo e interação.
2. Designed, structured, or oriented toward the delivery of lengthy uninterrupted speeches
This monologue-focused dramatic style was popular in classical theater.
Este estilo dramático centrado em monólogo era popular no teatro clássico.
3. Tending to prioritize one-way communication over dialogue or exchange
The CEO's monologue-focused communication approach discouraged employee feedback.
A abordagem de comunicação centrada em monólogo do CEO desestimulava o feedback dos funcionários.
This term is frequently used in theatrical and performance criticism in both American and Brazilian contexts. In Brazil, it often carries a slightly negative connotation in business communication, where dialogue and collaboration are increasingly valued. In American theater and academia, it's used more neutrally to describe a specific dramatic technique or stylistic choice.
NYC Slang
one-man-show vibe
Synonyms / Sinônimos
soliloquy-basedone-sidednon-interactivespeech-centerednarrative-driven
Antonyms / Antônimos
dialogue-focusedinteractiveconversationaltwo-waydialectical

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
centrado em monólogo
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
focado em monólogo
Alternative form, slightly more modern
Rio de Janeiro
voltado para monólogo
Regional variation in phrasing
Portugal
focado no monólogo
European Portuguese preference for 'focado' over 'centrado'

Related Words

monologuesoliloquydialogueinteractiontheatricalnarrativecommunication

Related Idioms & Phrases

talking to oneself
a one-way street
holding forth
sounding like a broken record
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