Word
miniseries
Phoneticsminis·eries
US/ˈmɪniˌsɛɹiz/
UK/mˈɪnɪsəɹiz/
Countable noun
Definition
n. a television show that tells a whole story in just a few episodes. Unlike a regular series, it is not meant to continue for many years.
n. a television program that tells a complete story within a predetermined, limited number of episodes. Typically longer than a single film but shorter than a standard multi-season series.
Examples
“We watched the entire miniseries over the weekend.”
“The historical drama was produced as a six-part miniseries to ensure the complex plot remained faithful to the original novel.”
“While traditional television relies on open-ended narratives to secure renewals, the miniseries format allows creators to maintain a tight thematic focus and a definitive conclusion.”
Examples
simple
“We watched the entire miniseries over the weekend.”
contextual
“The historical drama was produced as a six-part miniseries to ensure the complex plot remained faithful to the original novel.”
complex
“While traditional television relies on open-ended narratives to secure renewals, the miniseries format allows creators to maintain a tight thematic focus and a definitive conclusion.”
Usage
The plural form is also 'miniseries'.
Real-World Examples
“Now, Kazan's granddaughter Zoe has directed a new Netflix miniseries, starring Florence Pugh.” “No show has sparked more conversation this year than Ryan Murphy's miniseries about '90s golden couple John F Kennedy Jr and Carolyn Bessette and their doomed relationship.” Word family
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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