SYNOPSIS: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for SYNOPSIS?

Need another word that means the same as “synopsis”? Find 13 synonyms and 30 related words for “synopsis” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Synopsis” are: abstract, outline, precis, summary, résumé, condensation, digest, summarization, rundown, abridgement, review, sketch, compendium

Synopsis as a Noun

Definitions of "Synopsis" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “synopsis” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• A brief summary or general survey of something.
• An outline of the plot of a play, film, or book.
• A sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory.

Synonyms of "Synopsis" as a noun (13 Words)

abridgement	Curtailment of rights. An abridgement of Shakespeare s Henry VI.
abstract	An abstract work of art. He loved her only in the abstract not in person.
compendium	A publication containing a variety of works. A compendium of tools.
condensation	A concise version of something, especially a text. A readable condensation of the recent literature.
digest	A substance or mixture obtained by digestion. A digest of their findings.
outline	The contours or bounds of an object. The chalked outline of a human body.
precis	A summary or abstract of a text or speech.
review	A report on or evaluation of a subject or past events. A review of her sentence.
rundown	An analysis or summary of something by a knowledgeable person. He gave his teammates a rundown on the opposition.
résumé	Short descriptive summary (of events.
sketch	A humorous or satirical drawing published in a newspaper or magazine. A hilarious sketch for their latest BBC series.
summarization	The act of preparing a summary (or an instance thereof); stating briefly and succinctly.
summary	A brief statement or account of the main points of something. He gave a summary of the conclusions.

Usage Examples of "Synopsis" as a noun

• A synopsis of the insurance cover provided is set out below.

Associations of "Synopsis" (30 Words)

abbreviate	Shorten (a word, phrase, or text. I decided to abbreviate my stay in Cambridge.
abbreviated	Cut short in duration. The abbreviated speech.
abridge	Lessen, diminish, or curtail. The new law might abridge our freedom of expression.
abridgment	A shortened version of a written work.
abstract	An abstract work of art. The novel was too abstract and esoteric to sustain much attention.
cartography	The science or practice of drawing maps.
chart	Make a chart of. The record will probably chart at about No 74.
compendium	A collection or set of similar items. A compendium of tools.
condensation	A reaction in which two molecules combine to form a larger molecule, producing a small molecule such as H₂O as a by-product. The cloud is caused by condensation in the air.
contour	Mark a map or diagram with contour lines. The road contours the hillside.
delineate	Indicate the exact position of (a border or boundary. His finger found a precisely outlined section delineated in red marker.
denouement	The final resolution of the main complication of a literary or dramatic work. I waited by the eighteenth green to see the denouement.
diagram	Schedule the operations of a locomotive or train according to a diagram. A diagram of the living room.
doodle	Make a doodle draw aimlessly. The text was interspersed with doodles.
draft	Select a player for a sports team through the draft. The White Sox chose him in the 13th round of the 1990 draft.
drawing	The act of moving a load by drawing or pulling. A series of charcoal drawings on white paper.
encapsulate	Enclose (something) in or as if in a capsule. Pancreatic tumours are encapsulated in a densely packed thicket of proteins and cells.
machination	A plot or scheme.
outline	Draw up an outline or sketch for something. The chalked outline of a human body.
plan	A drawing or diagram made by projection on a horizontal plane especially one showing the layout of a building or one floor of a building. The rebels had planned turmoil and confusion.
plot	A graph showing the relation between two variables. They concocted a plot to discredit the governor.
precis	Make a precis of a text or speech.
profile	Represent in profile by drawing or painting. A biochemical profile of blood.
prospectus	A catalog listing the courses offered by a college or university. A prospectus should contain the facts that an investor needs to make an informed decision.
recapitulate	Summarize briefly. Let s recapitulate the main ideas.
resume	A summary of your academic and work history. The painting resumed its old condition when we restored it.
sketch	Make a sketch of. He sketched a graceful bow in her direction.
summarize	Give a brief statement of the main points of (something. These results can be summarized in the following table.
summary	(of a conviction) made by a judge or magistrate without a jury. He gave a summary of the conclusions.
vignette	Portray someone in the style of a vignette. A classic vignette of embassy life.