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Synopsis

Verb / sɪˈnɑ:psɪs / Another word for synopsis — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A brief summary or general survey of something

Synonyms & similar words

precis outline abstract summary abridgment outline brief abstract digest recapitulation review overview sum-up condensation extract précis run-down recounting account narration story tale description

Synonyms by register

Formal

summary abstract digest epitome

Informal

rundown lowdown gist outline

Literary

abridgment compendium

Antonyms

detail fullness completeness elaboration expansion expanse

Common collocations

  • brief synopsis
  • detailed synopsis
  • plot synopsis
  • synopsis of the plot
  • synopsis of the book
  • synopsis of the film
  • synopsis provided

Word family

noun synopsis
verb synopsize

Usage note

A synopsis is a brief summary, often of a plot or a longer work. It is typically used in formal or academic contexts, though informal synonyms exist.

Example sentences

  1. The synopsis of the movie gave us a good idea of what it was about.
  2. I read the synopsis of the book before deciding to read it.
  3. Can you give me a synopsis of the meeting?
  4. The synopsis was only two pages long.
  5. The synopsis helped me understand the article better.

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