Synonyms for
Plot
Definition
A plot is a story's main storyline, or a small area of land that is used for a specific purpose, such as gardening.
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- plot twist
- plot development
- main plot
- sub plot
- plot device
- plot summary
- plot holes
- plot thickens
Word family
Usage note
As a noun, 'plot' refers to the sequence of events in a story. As a verb, it means to plan or devise something, often secretly. Be mindful of context to distinguish between these meanings.
Example sentences
- The plot of the movie was easy to follow.
- She drew a plot of her garden to plan out the space.
- The real estate agent showed us a plot of land for sale.
- The villain in the story had an evil plot to take over the world.
- The two spies were caught in a plot to steal government secrets.
Quotes
'All the world's a stage, And all the men and women merely players; They have their exits and their entrances, And one man in his time plays many parts.' - William Shakespeare
'First, find out what your hero wants. Then just follow him!' - Ray Bradbury
'Plot is people. Human emotions and desires founded on the realities of life, working at cross purposes, getting hotter and fiercer as they strike against each other until finally there's an explosion - that's Plot.' - Leigh Brackett