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synopsis
/sɪˈnɒp.sɪs/
[/sɪˈnɒp.sɪs/]
a brief outline of a work
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A synopsis is a short outline that gives the main points of a longer piece of writing. A book report often begins with a synopsis of the story.
Example
Write a short synopsis of the novel's plot.
Write a short synopsis of the novel's plot.
Etymology
From Greek 'synopsis' meaning a general view.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for brief outlines of texts and research.