Synonyms for

Storylines

Verb / ˈstɔ:ri:ˌlaɪnz / Another word for storylines — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The plot or main story of a book, movie, or TV show.

Synonyms & similar words

plotline storyline plot narrative story tale theme subject topic scenario outline synopsis script screenplay drama comedy romance action adventure mystery thriller suspense

Synonyms by register

Formal

narrative arcs plot structures thematic threads

Informal

plots what's going on the story

Literary

narrative threads fates chronicles

Antonyms

plotless unstructured randomness chaos disjointedness

Common collocations

  • complex storylines
  • multiple storylines
  • following the storylines
  • developing storylines
  • intertwined storylines
  • main storylines
  • subsequent storylines

Word family

noun storyline

Usage note

Storylines often refers to the main plots or narrative threads within a larger work, such as a book, film, or series. It can also refer to the sequence of events in a person's life.

Example sentences

  1. The storylines in the show are always changing.
  2. The storyline of the movie was hard to follow.
  3. The book had a great storyline that kept me interested.
  4. The storylines in the comic book were always exciting.
  5. The storyline of the play was very emotional.

Quotes

  • 'The storyline was very predictable,' said Sarah as she left the movie theater.
  • 'I love the storyline of this book,' said Alex as he turned the page.
  • 'The storyline of this show is so interesting,' said Emily as she watched the latest episode.

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