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Definition of revue

revue

/rɪˈvjuː/
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Plural:revues
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• noun

1

A light theatrical entertainment consisting of a series of short sketches, songs, and dances, typically dealing satirically with topical events, personalities, or social trends.

Example

"The university drama club staged an annual musical revue that poked fun at campus politics and faculty traditions."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'revue' with its homophone 'review'. In modern English, 'revue' refers exclusively to a theatrical variety show consisting of songs, dances, and sketches, whereas 'review' refers to a critical evaluation, an inspection, or a periodical publication.

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revolver
revolving
revote
revue
revulsion
reward
rewardable

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 19th century from French 'revue' (literally 'a looking over again' or 'survey'), the feminine past participle of 'revoir' ('to see again'), ultimately from Latin 'revidere'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Revue. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/revue
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