trilogy

[tril-uh-jee]

noun

plural

trilogies 

1. a series or group of three plays, novels, operas, etc., that, although individually complete, are closely related in theme, sequence, or the like.

2. (in ancient Greek drama) a series of three complete and usually related tragedies performed at the festival of Dionysus and forming a tetralogy with the satyr play.

3. a group of three related things.

trilogy

/ ˈtrɪlədʒɪ /

noun

1. a series of three related works, esp in literature, etc

2. (in ancient Greece) a series of three tragedies performed together at the Dionysian festivals

Word History and Origins

Origin of trilogy¹

From the Greek word trilogía, dating back to 1655–65. See tri-, -logy

Word History and Origins

Origin of trilogy¹

C19: from Greek trilogia ; see _tri- , _-logy

Example Sentences

It was a non-title fight and by far the least compelling of the trilogy, despite its promotional label of “Super Fight II.”

From Los Angeles Times

Based on a 2016 manga series, the film is the first part of a trilogy that caps off the story of an enormously popular animated TV series launched in 2019.

From BBC

A trilogy bout had been mandated, but Taylor chose not to pursue it as she focuses on a break from boxing.

From BBC

“Upper Classy,” which premieres Tuesday on Netflix, is the last of a trilogy of specials about Alonzo’s experience growing up in abject poverty, a subject matter that will feel familiar for longtime fans.

From Los Angeles Times

Jenny Han, who wrote the coming-of-age trilogy from which the romantic series was adapted, will return to write and direct the film, which is being billed as an expansion of the global franchise.

From BBC

Related Words

• threesome 
• triad 
• troika