synopsis
3 synonyms for synopsis, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A short summary that covers the main points of a book, film, or other written work.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
precis
How to use synopsis
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
brief synopsis
plot synopsis
Etymology
From Ancient Greek sunopsis, "a general view," from syn- ("together, whole") and opsis ("view").
Full origin of synopsis →Frequently asked questions
What does “synopsis” mean?
The word “synopsis” means a short summary that covers the main points of a book, film, or other written work. In plain terms, a quick overview that hits the key points without going into full detail.
How do you pronounce “synopsis”?
“Synopsis” is pronounced sih-NOP-sihs (/sɪˈnɑpsɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “synopsis” in a sentence?
Here is “synopsis” used in a sentence: “The back cover gave a brief synopsis of the plot.”
What part of speech is “synopsis”?
“Synopsis” is a noun.
Where does the word “synopsis” come from?
The word “synopsis” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek sunopsis, "a general view," from syn- ("together, whole") and opsis ("view").
Is “synopsis” a common word?
“Synopsis” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
