adj
offstage
Offstage (adj) means happening in the part of a theater not visible to the audience. Example: “There was chaos offstage during the costume change.”
adj
1
Happening in the part of a theater not visible to the audience.
"There was chaos offstage during the costume change."
2
Relating to a celebrity's private life, away from performances or public view.
"Offstage, the singer is famously shy."
How to use offstage
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOut of the audience's view, whether literally backstage or, figuratively, in someone's private life.
Common pairings
offstage drama
offstage life
wait offstage
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Word forms
- Third person singular
- offstages
- Past tense
- offstaged
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There was chaos _____ during the costume change.
Etymology
From off plus stage.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for offstage
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What does “offstage” mean?
The word “offstage” means happening in the part of a theater not visible to the audience. In plain terms, out of the audience's view, whether literally backstage or, figuratively, in someone's private life.
How do you use “offstage” in a sentence?
Here is “offstage” used in a sentence: “There was chaos offstage during the costume change.”
What is the opposite of “offstage”?
The opposite of “offstage” — its antonyms — is onstage.
What part of speech is “offstage”?
“Offstage” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “offstage” have?
“Offstage” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: happening in the part of a theater not visible to the audience.
