Synonyms for

Blueprint

Verb / ˈblu:ˌprɪnt / Another word for blueprint — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A detailed plan or drawing that shows how something is to be built or made.

Synonyms & similar words

pattern draught draft design plan design scheme drawing map draft outline sketch model layout pattern diagram chart specification strategy program

Synonyms by register

Formal

plan design schematic draft

Informal

plan layout sketch

Literary

design pattern scheme

Antonyms

reality actual fact original execution implementation

Common collocations

  • detailed blueprint
  • original blueprint
  • architectural blueprint
  • building blueprint
  • master blueprint
  • project blueprint
  • technical blueprint

Word family

noun blueprint
verb blueprint

Usage note

While 'blueprint' can refer to a literal architectural drawing, it is more commonly used metaphorically to mean a detailed plan or strategy. Avoid using it for very simple or informal plans.

Example sentences

  1. The architect drew up a blueprint for the new house.
  2. The blueprint for the car engine was very detailed.
  3. They followed the blueprint to build the new bridge.
  4. Before starting the project, we need to create a blueprint.
  5. The blueprint showed where all the electrical wiring should go.

Quotes

  • Success is not built on success. It's built on failure. It's built on frustration. Sometimes it's built on catastrophe. - Sumner Redstone
  • The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential... these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence. - Confucius
  • Success is stumbling from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm. - Winston Churchill

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