Synonyms of synopsis
6 similar words
Another word for synopsis is summary. Other synonyms of synopsis are abridgment and abstract.
Synonyms and similar words for synopsis
nounA brief summary of the major points of a written work, either as prose or as a table; an abridgment...
- abridgmentThe act of abridging; reduction or deprivation.
- abstractA summary title of the key points detailing a tract of land, for ownership; abstract of title.
- conspectusA detailed survey or overview of a subject.
- outline
- overview
- summaryAn abstract or a condensed presentation of the substance of a body of material.
Meaning of synopsis
- noun A brief summary of the major points of a written work, either as prose or as a table; an abridgment or condensation of a work.
- noun A reference work containing brief articles that taken together give an overview of an entire field.
- noun A prayer book for use by the laity of the church.
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Questions about synonyms of synopsis
- What is another word for synopsis?
- Synopsis has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as summary, abridgment and abstract.
- What does synopsis mean?
- Synopsis means a brief summary of the major points of a written work, either as prose or as a table; an abridgment or condensation of a work.
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