Synonyms for

Scenarios

Verb / sɪˈneri:əʊz / Another word for scenarios — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Scenarios refer to possible situations or sequences of events that may occur in the future.

Synonyms & similar words

scenario possibility outcome situation circumstance eventuality contingency prospect event case scene picture vision view idea concept plan strategy option alternative choice

Synonyms by register

Formal

situations circumstances possibilities outcomes

Informal

what-ifs possibilities cases situations

Literary

vistas prospects horizons

Antonyms

certainties realities facts certainties truths

Common collocations

  • worst-case scenario
  • best-case scenario
  • possible scenarios
  • future scenarios
  • hypothetical scenarios
  • realistic scenarios
  • develop scenarios

Word family

noun scenario
verb scenarioize

Usage note

Scenarios are hypothetical or imagined situations, often used for planning or analysis. They are distinct from actual events or certainties.

Example sentences

  1. The weatherman predicted different scenarios for the upcoming storm.
  2. The company created a business scenario to prepare for any potential challenges.
  3. I played out different scenarios in my head before making a decision.
  4. The movie had an unexpected scenario that surprised the audience.
  5. The politician presented a scenario for economic growth.

Quotes

  • 'I'm a big fan of the 'what if' scenario.' - Lucy Walker
  • 'You can't predict the future, but you can prepare for it.' - Anonymous
  • 'It's important to think about different scenarios to be prepared for anything.' - Bill Gates

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