trilogy
/ˈtɹɪləd͡ʒi/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: trilogies
Meaning · English
A set of three connected works—usually dramas, literary pieces, films, or musical compositions—all related by theme, characters, or setting.
Noun
Examples
That such a safe adaptation could come of The Hunger Games speaks more to the trilogy’s commercial ascent than the book’s actual content, which is audacious and savvy in its dark calculations.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “trilogy” mean?
A set of three connected works—usually dramas, literary pieces, films, or musical compositions—all related by theme, characters, or setting.
Is “trilogy” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.