postscript Definition
- 1an additional remark at the end of a letter, after the signature and introduced by 'P.S.'
- 2an additional statement or action that provides further information or follow-up to something already said or done
Using postscript: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "postscript" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
I forgot to mention in my letter that I will be visiting next week. P.S. I hope you are doing well.
Example
The postscript to the article provided more details about the research methodology.
Example
As a postscript to the meeting, we decided to schedule another one for next month.
postscript Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for postscript
Phrases with postscript
P.S.
an abbreviation for 'postscript', used to introduce an additional remark at the end of a letter
Example
I forgot to tell you that I got a new job. P.S. I will start next week.
an event or action that occurs after a significant historical event, which may change or add to its interpretation
Example
The fall of the Berlin Wall was a major historical event, but the postscript to history was the reunification of Germany.
postscript to a book
an additional section at the end of a book that provides further information or context
Example
The author added a postscript to the book, explaining how the story was inspired by real-life events.
Origins of postscript
from Latin 'post scriptum', meaning 'written after'
Summary: postscript in Brief
A 'postscript' [pōst′skrĭpt] is an additional remark or statement that follows a letter, document, or event. It can be introduced with 'P.S.' and often provides further information or context. Examples include 'I forgot to mention in my letter that I will be visiting next week. P.S. I hope you are doing well.' and 'As a postscript to the meeting, we decided to schedule another one for next month.'
