Epiphonema closes a description, argument, or narrative moment with a concise sentence that seems to gather its meaning into one forceful utterance. After recounting betrayal, a poet might end, “Such is the price of trust.” The final statement can sound proverbial, mournful, triumphant, or accusatory. Its position gives it authority, allowing the line to function as a memorable summation while also leaving an echo after the surrounding details have ended.

An epiphonema is a short, striking exclamation placed at the end of a passage, stanza, or argument. It acts like a final burst of judgment, feeling, or moral insight. Its brevity gives it force, especially after detailed description or reasoning. Look for endings that suddenly condense a speaker’s response into a memorable cry or conclusion.